Landscaping with Trees Help Conserve Energy and Save Energy Costs

In your Landscaping Plans, consider planting trees. Trees not only add value, they can also save energy. This can lead to lower monthly heating and air conditioning bills, while giving you pleasure for years to come.

Deciduous trees (i.e. trees that lose their leaves in the fall) when planted on the south and west sides of your homes will grow to be an energy-reducing feature - and therefore, it's a cost saving feature too. The shade produced by deciduous trees during hot summer months reduces the burden placed on cooling equipment such as fans, heat pumps and air conditioners.

Tall evergreens planted on the north side of your home will perform the same energy-saving function in the winter. They can block those northerly winter winds. This in turn reduces the work your furnace will have to do to maintain a reasonable level of warmth in your home

Remember, energy, like money, doesn't grow on trees. But trees can be an energy and money saving device for your home.

Landscaping with Trees Help Conserve Energy and Save Energy Costs