• 4 Ways to Cut Energy Costs

    With Eco Friendly Building Materials

Improving the Efficiency of Your Building

Steel building materials have become the modern choice for business owners looking to build a new facility, and focusing on energy efficiency is no longer a hippy-dippy idea. It’s a practical strategy for improving the world we live in while also saving the almighty dollar. And that’s something we believe every business owner can support. While constructing a steel building is a good start, there are several things you can do to further improve your building’s energy efficiency. Here are four ways to cut energy costs in your steel building.

Benefits of Steel Buildings

(1) Temperature Control

A meticulous focus on controlling the temperature of your steel building can go a long way in cutting costs. Some thermostats can be programmed to require a passcode. Regulate the temperature by only allowing a few people the capability of adjusting the temperature. Make sure to adjust the temperature for off-hours and holidays or breaks. And while it may not seem important, a couple of degrees warmer or colder can make a big difference in your bill.

(2) Insulation

Insulation is a must if you want to lower the cost of energy in your eco-friendly steel building. Insulation keeps air from escaping your facility. In the winter, that means less heat escapes, and in the summer, less cool air escapes. This will put less stress on your heating and cooling system, decreasing the amount of energy your building will consume. It’s basic, but it’s perhaps the most important strategy for conserving energy and saving money. Figure out what insulation will work best for your steel building frame building.

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(3) Roof Coatings

Most heating and cooling loss comes through the roof of your building. Roof coatings can help conserve energy in a couple of ways depending on the climate where you building is located. If you’re in a colder climate, a darker coating will absorb more of the sun’s heat. If you’re located in a warmer climate, a light coating can reflect the sunlight, increasing savings on cooling costs.

(4) Get An Energy Assessment

The more you focus on building energy efficiency, the more rewards you will see. And that might mean spending a few dollars to have an energy audit. Professionals are available to inspect your business and assess where any inefficiencies might lie. That might include window leaks, holes in your insulation or where insulation should be installed. It might cost you a little bit of money for the inspection, but the results could save you thousands in the long run.

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