Whether you're building a house with Sedgewick Homes or another builder, there's a lot to be said for being as energy efficient and going as green as you can. If you're looking for ways to build a cleaner, greener home, here are some options you might just want to consider:
Radiant Barriers: These are reflective barriers that stop your house from taking on heat so that your cooling costs are lower. They are often used in attics, though newer homes sometimes feature whole home radiant barriers or those that affect certain other areas of a given home.
Insulation: There are almost too many insulation options out there to mention. From foam insulation to rock wool insulation, the options are numerous. If you aren't sure which insulation(s) would best suit your home, speak with a Sedgewick Homes representative or another qualified contractor to determine which insulation(s) will work best in your new home based on its location, size, and features.
Tankless Water Heaters: While sometimes more expensive up front, tankless water heaters use anywhere from 30% to 50% less energy than your classic tank style water heater and can affect savings on your utility bills.
High Efficiency Heat Pumps: The science of high-efficiency heat pumps revolves around the unit using geothermal or ground energy, which is generally the most consistent in temperature, and therefore offers lower costs for operation.
Energy Efficient Windows: Did you realize that you can lose as much as 30% of your home's heat or air through the windows? Forget the days when your parents told you not to leave the door open because they didn't want to heat the whole neighborhood --windows may have been the real culprit! Buying windows that let out less heat and air can be a bit more expensive up front, but in the long run, they really can pay for themselves.
Keep in mind that building a more energy efficient home will not only save you money by lowering your utility bills, it will add to your satisfaction as a homeowner and many options can provide even more comfort for your lifestyle.
At Sedgewick Homes, our mission is to delight our customers while creating a positive environment that allows our employees and associates to prosper. If you're in the market to build a home, we are happy to help construct your vision, one board at a time.
Source :- http://www.articlesbase.com/construction-articles/want-a-greener-house-ask-your-builder-about-these-features-5700141.html
Radiant Barriers: These are reflective barriers that stop your house from taking on heat so that your cooling costs are lower. They are often used in attics, though newer homes sometimes feature whole home radiant barriers or those that affect certain other areas of a given home.
Insulation: There are almost too many insulation options out there to mention. From foam insulation to rock wool insulation, the options are numerous. If you aren't sure which insulation(s) would best suit your home, speak with a Sedgewick Homes representative or another qualified contractor to determine which insulation(s) will work best in your new home based on its location, size, and features.
Tankless Water Heaters: While sometimes more expensive up front, tankless water heaters use anywhere from 30% to 50% less energy than your classic tank style water heater and can affect savings on your utility bills.
High Efficiency Heat Pumps: The science of high-efficiency heat pumps revolves around the unit using geothermal or ground energy, which is generally the most consistent in temperature, and therefore offers lower costs for operation.
Energy Efficient Windows: Did you realize that you can lose as much as 30% of your home's heat or air through the windows? Forget the days when your parents told you not to leave the door open because they didn't want to heat the whole neighborhood --windows may have been the real culprit! Buying windows that let out less heat and air can be a bit more expensive up front, but in the long run, they really can pay for themselves.
Keep in mind that building a more energy efficient home will not only save you money by lowering your utility bills, it will add to your satisfaction as a homeowner and many options can provide even more comfort for your lifestyle.
At Sedgewick Homes, our mission is to delight our customers while creating a positive environment that allows our employees and associates to prosper. If you're in the market to build a home, we are happy to help construct your vision, one board at a time.
Source :- http://www.articlesbase.com/construction-articles/want-a-greener-house-ask-your-builder-about-these-features-5700141.html
