Green Construction Options
- Take a look at some of these tips to make your home more energy effficient and environmentally-friendly
- We have experience using energy-efficient and environmentally friendly building methods and we can apply them on your home
Energy-Saving Options
- An energy and resource efficient home can cut down on your bills and help preserve the environment
- We can consult you on ways to cut down on energy costs and then make your home more efficient and environmentally friendly
- Here are some things that we can install to make your home more energy efficient:
- Low flow toilets, faucets, and showerheads that cut down on water use
- Energy-star appliances that are designed and tested to use less energy
- Two cycle heaters and programmable thermostats that allow you to customize and minimize your heat consumption
- Tankless water heaters which only turn on when you need to use them
- Large south-facing windows and awnings that keep your home warm in the winter and cool in the summer
- CFL lights that burn 75% less energy and last 10 times longer than traditional bulbs
- Dimmer switches for lights that allow you to regulate your electricity use
- Storm doors that keep the elements out and keep desirable indoor temperatures in
- Better insulation and caulking that provide your home with an air-tight seal that prevents drafts and outside heat loss
Environmentally-Friendly Options
- In addition to making your home more energy-efficient we can also make your home more environmentally-friendly overall
- Here are some examples of what we can do
- Install floors, cabinets, and shelves made of naturally renewable bamboo and / or recycled wood products
- Install naturally renewable and sound absorbent cork floors
- Use recycled glass and granite to create a unique look
- Use low-VOC paints and carpets to minimize the use of chemicals and the presence of harmful indoor toxins
- Use composite and synthetive materials such as composite wood for decks or resins for countertops
- Use metal, particularly recycled metal, around the home to cut down on natural resource consumption
- Insulate and seal your home to improve indoor air quality by keeping out harmful outside toxins and pollutants, especially from between your home and garage
- Use natural materials such as ceramics, stone, soy based adhesives, soy based insulation, and natural paints
- Reuse and conserve old but still usable construction materials
- Install solar powered exterior and garage lights
- Install ceiliing fans which both prevent the buildup of harmful allergens and pollutants and which also help to regulate your indoor air temperature by increasing air circulation
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