A lot of people get intimidated when they have to do a home project by themselves. With a few tools and the right information, you can successfully complete almost any project. Keep this information in mind when doing your next project.

In terms of renovating your roof, use white tiles or other similarly-hued materials. Lighter colors reflect the sun more efficiently, lessening the build up of heat in your attic. This ensures you’re not spending a lot on air conditioning.

Replacing or adding weather stripping is one of the easiest and most affordable ways of creating an energy efficient home. Weather stripping can be purchased cheaply at your local hardware store, and is easy to apply. It’ll keep hot and cold air sealed out, meaning that the systems you use to heat and cool your home will be more effective. It will also make those cold nights a whole lot