Green is making news. Latest  surveys show that both builders and home buyers  have a strong interest in green homes.

Choosing green is embracing Sustainable Design and Living. It is saving money, improving the community, using alternative energy, living a healthier lifestyle in order to protect the environment and conserve natural resources. 

Green Features include energy efficiency, high performing appliances, heating and cooling systems, windows and insulation choices, solar power, water consumption reduction components. Rainwater collection and recycling, and of course actual construction materials and non toxic interior finishes.

Did you know?

You can make a difference by using Energy Star products.  You may qualify for tax credits for energy related improvements to your home.

For information go to www.energystar.gov

Energy Performance standard is the Home Energy Rating System (HERS), developed by the Residential Energy Services Network (RESNET).

If you want to rate your home for over all energy efficiency, you may now have an auditor or rater examine your home. The report will prioritize upgrades and examine costs and paybacks. To find a RESNET accredited auditor got to www.natresnet.org

Raleigh, Durham and Chapel Hill are proud members of the US Building Council supporting the Green initiative for earth friendly, building  sustainable design and living.  NC Green Power also provides a clean renewable energy  program for companies

 
Building green communities and homes and renovating existing homes to meet the new Green Standard ratings systems is key in making long term changes. As it is now affordable with better and more diverse products  available, it is  easier for the public to change their lifestyles and opt for green features especially when building new homes.


For information about green builders, green homes and design, green energy saving materials/home building methods and reclamation,  please do not hesitate to call me. 
@ 919 582 2994