Why energy efficiency matters in today’s housing market
Energy efficiency has become increasingly important to both buyers and sellers as it promises lower utility bills, longer-lasting features and boosted property value. The difference in quality even among simple building materials and selections can make a huge impact on cost-savings, and energy-efficient features like upgraded insulation, high-performance HVAC systems and low-E windows help decrease energy spent on stabilizing temperatures inside the home. Homes that have even small improvements that are now thought as the standard for new houses, such as LED lighting and smart thermostats, contribute to both lowering carbon footprint and energy consumption; living sustainably is not just an ongoing trend, it’s the trajectory many homeowners are headed in so builders would do well to consider how essential to today’s housing market it is to incorporate energy efficiency in homes.
