Climate Change Impacting Home Ownership Costs in California
By Kari Hall • Published December 3, 2024 • Updated on December 3, 2024 at 12:09 pm
NBC Universal, Inc. – As the effects of climate change continue to intensify, homeowners in California are facing rising costs in maintaining their homes. Extreme weather events, such as heat waves, bitter cold temperatures, and big storms, are causing significant damage and increasing the need for repairs and maintenance.
According to home repair companies, the hot temperatures have led to a spike in air conditioning maintenance, while frozen pipes in cold temperatures are also causing damage. Additionally, flooding from big storms not only results in water damage, but also attracts pests like ants, adding to the cost of repairs.
In order to combat these rising costs, experts recommend that homeowners focus on regular maintenance to prevent costly emergency repairs. Kendra Sinclair with Thumbtack explains in the video above how weather-proofing your home can save you money in the long run.
In addition to the financial impact, climate change is also having a significant impact on the environment. As part of the 40th annual coastal cleanup, volunteers are working to remove trash and debris from California’s beaches, which has been exacerbated by the effects of climate change.
To help combat the effects of climate change, a company is offering a recycling service to make it easier for individuals to properly dispose of their waste. And in an effort to replenish damaged forests, organizations are planting seeds to help restore the natural ecosystem.
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