Great tips in this video, but let me just add one piece of advice for Arizona residents or anyone living in an area with hard water. One of the smartest ways to save money is to install a water softener. The damage from hard water to pipes, faucets, your washing machine and dishwasher are all far more expensive to repair than the water softener itself.
For your convenience there is a transcript of this video below.
Video Transcript: Save Smart by Increasing Your Home’s Value
Welcome to Today's Home Update, I'm Ellen. Investing in home improvement is a smart idea when you're thinking of putting your home on the market. So where is the best place to spend your money? While it may be tempting to make cosmetic home improvements, upgrading vital home systems such as heating and cooling, can really pay off. Smart improvements can help you save money on utility bills now while increasing your home's value to potential buyers later on down the road. First take a look at your heating and cooling. On average you should consider replacing your heating, ventilating and air conditioning HVAC system every 10 years in order to take advantage of the latest energy-saving technologies and cost efficiencies. You can also add value to your home with advanced home automation technology. Look at systems that allow you to remotely manage multiple features and functions of your home like heating and cooling, door locks, video surveillance and lights, via any web-enabled computer, smartphone or tablet. Another way to reduce energy consumption and add value is to install a programmable HVAC control which can save up to fifteen percent compared to traditional, non programmable thermostat. A qualified HVAC dealer can perform an inspection, advise you on preventive maintenance, and make recommendations on heating and cooling systems that best fit your home's needs. Thanks for watching Today's Home Update. See you next time!
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