10 Strategies to Increase the Energy Efficiency of Your Homes
September 17th, 2009
“Discover Tactics That Are Guaranteed to Work and Won’t Break the Bank”
St. James Plantation, NC home builder Mark Johnson Custom Homes understands that Green homebuilding practices are becoming more commonplace and will eventually become required. In reference to their latest LEED Platinum home in the Landfall Community in Wilmington, NC, Vice President of Business Development Kevin Johnson said, ‘”In ten years we expect building energy efficient homes to be the standard and required by law. Currently only a few builders are doing it, so we’re glad to be out there on the leading edge.”
In a recent article in BuilderOnline.com, Senior Editor Nigel Maynard explained in detail ten simple steps that contractors can use to build more Green homes. Below is the list and to read the full article, including costs associated with each strategy, click here.
1. Orient the house for energy efficiency.
2. Place windows appropriately.
3. Install a radiant barrier.
4. Properly air-seal the structure.
5. Insulate. Insulate. Insulate.
6. Remember the attic.
7. Install a properly sized efficient HVAC system.
8. Choose an efficient hot water system.
9. Choose fluorescent-friendly fixtures.
10. Install Energy Star appliances.
Courtesy of: BUILDER Magazine
