Want to save the environment, but also save yourself some “green?”
New homes feature all kinds of energy-saving measures, from tankless water heaters to innovative insulation. These features can add up to big savings both on energy, and on your wallet. Here are some reasons to consider adding energy-efficient features to your new home:
Lower utility bills – Using less energy for lighting, heating and cooling can add up to substantial savings on your utility bills – up to 20 percent annually for an ENERGY STAR-rated home. That can amount to thousands of dollars over the 7 to 8 years that the average family spends in a home.
Enhanced performance – Just because you are using less energy doesn’t mean you can’t live in comfort. Comfort is a prime concern with energy-efficient home-building. Heating and cooling systems are more thorough than their older counterparts, while filtered windows can protect furniture, walls and flooring from the sun’s damaging rays. Even indoor air quality can be improved with filters that keep out pollen, dust, bugs and humidity.
Environmental protection – Most of the energy used in homes comes from burning fossil fuels at power plants. So energy-efficient homes prevent air pollution, while making society less dependent on mining, drilling and other forms of energy extraction that can damage Mother Earth.
We love incorporating energy-efficient features into the homes we build. Let us show you some of the great options available for your new home!