Kentucky residents Scott and Susan were working closely with their builder to create a new home which was to be not only beautiful and functional, but environmentally responsible as well. Scott and Susan did a great deal of research prior to the selection of their builder and were quite confident that everyone involved was on the same page when it came to what they hoped to accomplish. From all that they had heard, Scott and Susan knew that much thought and planning goes into the creation of an environmentally friendly home. They were quite pleased to learn that there are a number of custom and mass market home builders who incorporate some energy efficiency into their designs as a matter of course. In fact, many energy conservation techniques are becoming quite accepted, if not a routine occurrence. Even if they are sometimes only offered as a builder upgrade, energy efficient choices are at least offered as an option. Much like a number of builders all throughout the United States, many responsible Kentucky area builders are working hard to stay out in front of new efficiency trends in the field of home construction. In Louisville geothermal energy systems are an excellent and cost effective option to show that you are environmentally responsible. This is progress, as it was not so very long ago that in Louisville geothermal heat pump options were not a common request from those looking to build as large a home as they possibly could. With the popularity of home improvement shows incorporating energy efficiency and responsibility it is no wonder more and more people are seeking to do the same thing they are seeing the professionals do. Upon starting the building process, Scott and Susan created a checklist of easy to incorporate energy efficiency options as they began the process of construction. This reminder list, if you will,highlighted some of the easiest ways to create energy efficiency in a home. Some of the items on their checklist are as follows:
? Make use of high R value windows
? Make use of high R value garage door
? Make use of natural landscaping design
? Make use of bamboo floor
? Make use of tankless water heater
? Incorporate an HE washer/dryer
? Incorporate the most energy efficient kitchen appliances
? Make use of solar panels on roof
? Incorporate the most energy efficient lighting methods
? Make use of carpet choice made from renewable materials such as corn
? Make use of rain water collection method
? Make use of backyard compost area
While this list is by no means exhaustive, it proved very helpful for Scott and Susan as they sought to be environmentally conscious designers. It gave them some very easy and affordable options to incorporate into basic home building plans. They did not have to sacrifice on quality materials, as environmentally friendly options are some of the most durable choices available today. They did not have to sacrifice style, as environmentally friendly options such as carpet, flooring, and appliances are available in the most modern and current designs and colors. Overall, they found the experience of constructing an environmentally friendly and energy efficient home most fulfilling. They knew they had created a durable and cost efficient home as well and they looked forward to owning and enjoying their home for many years to come.
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