10. Draught proof your home
Australian homes generally leak a lot of air, especially on the windiest days. It doesn’t have to be this way.
Find resources online, including videos, that demonstrate DIY draught proofing, or if you want the job done thoroughly, find a professional draught proofer. It will make your home more comfortable and cheaper to operate, plus it will keep out unwanted air pollution like smoke from bushfires or neighbours burning wood.
11. Manage air quality
It’s important to manage the quality of the air within your home.
Open your windows frequently to purge carbon dioxide and other contaminants from the house. Avoid hanging laundry around the house to dry with windows closed, as it will lead to excessive and unhealthy levels of moisture in the air. If you’ve not heard of the modern, energy efficient heat-pump condensing clothes dryers, you will want to check them out. They use so little energy, you’ll never feel guilty for using a clothes dryer in winter again.