Landscaping Saves Money Year-Round

editor — Thu, 12 Apr 2007 05:20:01 +0000

Carefully positioned trees can save up to 25% of a household’s energy consumption for heating and cooling. Computer models devised by the U.S. Department of Energy predict that the proper placement of only three trees will save an average household between $100 and $250 in energy costs annually.

On average, a well-designed landscape provides enough energy savings to return your initial investment in less than 8 years. An 8-foot (2.4-meter) deciduous (leaf-shedding) tree, for example, costs about as much as an awning for one large window and can ultimately save your household hundreds of dollars in reduced cooling costs, yet still admit some winter sunshine to reduce heating and lighting costs. Landscaping can save you money in summer or winter.

Landscaping Can Help Lower Your Energy Bills

editor — Thu, 12 Apr 2007 05:15:48 +0000

Are you looking for cost-effective yet eye-pleasing ways to lower your energy bills? Planting trees, shrubs, vines, grasses, and hedges could be the answer. In fact, landscaping may be your best long-term investment for reducing heating and cooling costs, while also bringing other improvements to your community.

A well-designed landscape will:

Cut your summer and winter energy costs dramatically.

Protect your home from winter wind and summer sun.

Reduce consumption of water, pesticides, and fuel for landscaping and lawn maintenance.

Help control noise and air pollution.

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Landscaping Saves Money Year-Round

Landscaping Can Help Lower Your Energy Bills