Energy Efficiency Services Limited
Under the National Energy Efficient Fan Programme, EESL provides BEE 5 Star rated ceiling fans which are 30% more energy efficient than conventional fans. Fans will be sold for Rs. 1,150 per fan. EESL has distributed 6.2 lakh energy efficient fans under this scheme which will save 2.4 lakh kWh and Rs 8.2 lakh per day to the consumers. The price difference is Rs. 500 which is the primary reason for its low penetration, along with the lack of awareness. With the usage of these energy efficient fans it is estimated that consumer’s electricity bills will reduce by about Rs. 700-730 per year, and recover the extra cost in less than 2 years.
Popcorn ceiling
Since the mid-2000s, the popularity for textured popcorn ceilings has diminished significantly across North America. A movement towards more modern, clean lined design features has influenced home imporvement professionals to provide popcorn ceiling removal services. This feature has a multitude of benefits over the textured ceiling, such as its association with a high-end asthetic, it multiplies natural light throughout the space, it does not harbor dust and allergens (only to be re-introduced into the air), easier patching and touching up after a drywall repair, etc. The process can be difficult to execute for the average do-it-yourself home owner, as it requires skim-coating techniques often only mastered by experienced plasterers. Several coats should be adminstered to achieve a level smooth surface ready to be sealed and painted. The final cost is usually quite high, thus being less favorable to new construction builders, and sourced by homeowners looking to add value to their properties.