Whether it is the dead of winter or the dog days of summer, extreme temperatures tend to make your energy bills spike. You may be looking for ways to increase your energy efficiency without sacrificing your comfort.

Luckily, there are some easy ways to reduce your energy use and it starts with your garage. Increasing your garage energy efficiency can save you on your heating and cooling bills. Here is how you do it:

Seal Floor Cracks

Air has the ability to sneak into your garage through any open surface, this includes cracks in your concrete flooring. Cold or hot air can enter through flooring cracks and greatly affect the temperature of your garage which will then affect the temperature of your home. A hot garage will cause adjacent rooms in your home to be warmer and use more energy to cool.

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Use Energy Efficient Lighting

It really isn’t uncommon for garage door lights to be left on for days on end. For this reason, changing out your light bulbs to energy-efficient ones should be a no-brainer. While they cost more upfront, energy-efficient bulbs will last much longer and typically use 80% less energy.

Upgrade Garage Doors

If you are ready to get a new garage door, consider more energy-efficient options. Some materials will lock in heat or cold air better than others. Additionally, you can insulate your garage door or add windows in an attempt to use less light energy.

Seal Your Garage Door

The seal around the edge of your garage door is designed to keep debris, critters, and air from entering your garage. This can become worn or break off over time. Ensure your garage door is fully sealed to keep the outside elements where they belong.

Insulate Your Garage

In addition to an insulated garage door, you can also add insulation to your garage walls. This will help you maintain a more consistent temperature in your garage and ultimately save on your energy bills.

Does Your Garage Really Need to be Energy-Efficient?

No, your garage doesn’t have to be energy efficient. Oftentimes, however, the benefits will outweigh the work of taking these simple steps. Benefits of increasing your garage energy efficiency include added home value, and increased protection, and there are even some tax benefits.

If you are looking to upgrade your overhead garage door in Ohio give our team of experts all calls at Springfield Overhead Door to get started on a more energy-efficient home.