Make good green choices
When it comes to building or remodeling an existing home there are a few thoughts that might come to mind, one is cost the other is saving money. With the recent climb in greener options for the home, one can’t help but wonder what the best choices are when adding new options to their home. Here is a few quick tips to keep in mind that will not only help save you money, but also save the environment in the process as well.
1. Passive Solar Orientation: When you hire someone or a company to do a particular job for you when you can’t do it yourself make sure that passive solar orientation and building techniques are employed in the process.
2. Low-E Windows: This is always a plus because they help to reduce the heat loss in your home in the winter and heat gain in the summer.
3. Energy Star Appliances: This thought has been around for awhile now. It’s the best way to ensure you are getting top of the line appliances that will indeed save you money over all. If it’s an older home look at what the Residential Energy Services Network gives the home as a Home Energy Rating as well.
4. Low-Energy Lighting: With this comes low energy bulbs and fixtures that will ultimately lower your energy bill as well.
5. Sustainable Wood Products: This can include everything from your flooring to your cabinets.
6. Water Conservation: Make sure you are conserving water in everyway possible from low-flow toilets, to low-flow showerheads and faucets.
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