Going Green in Your Home Design<\/p>\n
If you have found yourself in a position to build a new home or remodel your existing home, one of the things you should consider is going green in your home design. More people than ever are realizing the impact of climate change and the role that humans play. People looking for homes to purchase say that ecofriendly homes are important to them. This means if you want to increase your home’s value and marketability, you need to consider these green building options for your home design.<\/p>\n
Solar Energy- Installation of solar panels is easiest when you are building a new home, but they can also be installed during a renovation or remodel. Solar energy can result in a profit for you as well because the energy companies can purchase your excess solar energy from you. There are also many other incentives to a solar powered home design such as grants and tax rebates.<\/p>\n
Geothermal HVAC- Heating and cooling your home using geothermal energy will save you thousands of dollars on your electric bill and is great for the environment. Geothermal energy saves energy because rather than creating it, the system moves heat from your home to the earth and vice versa to create a heating and cooling effect that is efficient all year around.<\/p>\n
Choose Sustainable Materials- One of the most important things to consider in green home design is the types of materials you use. While wood is a renewable resource, the impacts on the environment to source wood can be immense. Many contractors are choosing to work with bamboo, cork and other natural elements that are less impactful on the environment. Linoleum is an environmentally friendly flooring option with a long life and ability to be recycled. When contemplating a new home design, you should also consider the land your home is on or will be on. Look into xeriscaping, a technique used in landscaping to minimize the amount of water used.<\/p>\n
Going green is sometimes hard to do. Understanding environmental impact and regulations can be confusing. IF you want to go green with your home design, choose a contractor that specializes in eco-friendly building to work on your design.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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