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More People Building Homes With Self-Sustainable Power

With electricity costs consistently rising, more home builders are choosing to be self-sustainable for all their energy requirements.

2012-06-30
QUEENSLAND, AUSTRALIA, June 30, 2012 (Press-News.org) Building a home is a personal, involved, and often expensive process. For those looking to really gain back on the investment, the smartest mode of building a new home includes some form or several forms of sustainable power. More people are using self-sustainable options when building their homes with an eye towards long term savings and aiding the environment. Many are still daunted by the expense associated with adding sustainable energy options to a building plan but as government incentives rise and costs lower, the expense to savings ratio is balancing out.

There are several types of sustainable energy systems that can be added to new home build. One fact that many may not realize is that adding these systems to a new home build is often much less expensive than attempting to add them to a remodelling or updating project. Because they can be installed and added to plans before breaking ground, there are not existing systems to rip out, work around, or rehab.

Sustainable Energy Systems and Building Methods

A few of the options for sustainable energy include geothermal systems, solar systems, windmills, water capture systems, environmentally friendly building materials, and superior insulating options that help lower utility costs over the long term. Geothermal systems are underground water piping systems that help heat and cool a home. These can be added to a new building plan at relatively low cost and pay for themselves within a couple of years. Solar systems are typically more expensive but can also be more versatile. The recoup on expense may take longer but many governments offer incentive programs to help balance the cost. Even a small windmill can aid in the amount of energy a home uses at an affordable price and there are even options available to those willing to build or install their own system rather than pay for professional setup.

Spending a little more on energy efficient options when choosing building materials may sound expensive in the beginning, but pay off over time. Installing quality insulation, good windows and doors, and using environmentally friendly materials can save headaches and expense in upgrades later on. These options also improve resale value or property value for future generations in the family that may inherit the responsibility and advantages of such a home.

Sustainable Energy Options are Simply Smarter

The option or combination of options used is based on individual preference and price range. Anyone in the process of building a home or drawing up plans to do so can only benefit from taking the time to do a little research and finding the best option available for their individual needs. One certainty is that adding some kind of sustainable energy option to a new home will benefit not only the homeowner but the environment. There is also the consideration that getting sustainable energy into the initial plan may save money in the long term by lowering utility bills and getting ahead of the possibility that future legislation may force the issue at a later date.

For more information on home builders, visit the Coral Homes website:
www.CoralHomes.com.au.


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[Press-News.org] More People Building Homes With Self-Sustainable Power
With electricity costs consistently rising, more home builders are choosing to be self-sustainable for all their energy requirements.