Can Sustainable Home Design and Tech Lower My Home Costs?

One of the biggest shifts we’re seeing is homeowners starting with efficiency before aesthetics.
Can Sustainable Home Design and Tech Lower My Home Costs?
Installing a leak detector near plumbing fixtures is a simple upgrade that can prevent significant repair costs. Dreamstime/TNS
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By Angie Hicks Ask Angi

Sustainable home upgrades aren’t just about helping the environment anymore—they’re about controlling your monthly expenses. According to Angi’s 2025 State of Home Spending Report, homeowners are increasingly prioritizing projects that reduce operating costs rather than purely cosmetic renovations. As utility prices and maintenance expenses rise, many homeowners are realizing the most valuable upgrade isn’t what you see—it’s what you stop paying for.