Energy savings for homeowners

In light of the energy crisis and climate protection, landlords, tenants, and owners are urged to save energy. In a property, this primarily concerns the heating system, where measures can be implemented that ultimately also help maintain the property's value. These can be small, straightforward changes that can be implemented quickly, but also more complex and costly ones.    

For owners and tenants: fast, affordable measures

Bathroom and kitchen:

• Sealing dripping faucets
• Do not let the water run longer than necessary
• It's better to shower than to bathe, and turn off the water while soaping up
• Equip the shower with a water-saving shower head

Heating:

• Do not block radiators with furniture
• Use programmable thermostats
• Lower the room temperature by two degrees
• Hang a thermometer in the room to be able to adjust the thermostat correctly
• It's better to ventilate by opening windows fully than to tilt them

For owners: simple measures

Heating:

• Bleeding radiators
• Check if all windows close tightly
• Efficiently adjust boilers and heating systems
• Nighttime temperature reduction below previous minimum values
• Check hot water temperatures and lower them if necessary

For owners: costly measures

Heating:

• Insulate exposed pipes
• Replacing outdated radiators
• Regularly maintain the heating system
• Install new thermostats and/or valves
• Check basement ceilings and reinsulate if necessary
• Behind the radiators: Insulate the walls additionally
• Have a heat pump installed

An energy consultant can tell you which measures are beneficial for your property and where you might already be able to save money and energy. A real estate agent knows what you can do to maintain or increase the value of your property. They can advise you on how to further increase its value before a planned sale and, most importantly, what your obligations are as the owner.

Would you like to know how you can save energy and costs even before selling? Or would you like to sell your property in its current condition? Ask us – we'd be happy to advise you.  

Notes

For the sake of readability, this text uses the generic masculine form. Female and other gender identities are explicitly included where relevant to the statement.

This article does not constitute tax or legal advice for any specific case. Please consult a lawyer and/or tax advisor to clarify the facts of your individual situation.

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