Did you know that the following are considered green practices and eco-friendly advantages for your home? I received this information from a great Home Inspector that is also going green with their business practices. I hope you enjoy and let me know if you are interested in learning more. If you already have one of these items, you are on the cutting edge, keep it up!
- SEER 13. Homes that have the newer furnaces are not only more efficient, they'll be easier to repair in the years to come as old furnace parts become scarce.
- Copper roofing. Not only is this a luxury item, it's also good for the environment. It can last for over 100 years and copper is always recycled, unlike shorter-lived composition roofs.
- Water-conserving toilets. Not only do these preserve resources, they also reduce water bills. Low-flow, dual-flush, and pressure-assist toilets all have environmental and financial advantages.
- Solar orientation. Homes built to take advantage of cooling winds, or to diminish the impact of searing heat, bring natural energy advantages. A home that's shaded by deciduous trees has a positive impact, shading the house in summer and allowing the sun to shine through in the cold winter months.
- Renewable and recycled wood. Utilizing fast-growing bamboo for counters or floors, helps preserve the forests of more traditional hardwoods. The same goes for recycled wood or cabinets from old barns, houses, or other structures.
- Native plants. Using plants indigenous to an area mean they'll be more adapted to local pests and environmental conditions. This translates into less use of pesticides and lower water bills from watering.
- Solar power. This is one of the more obvious green home features, but it's worthwhile to find out how much these panels can affect your heating bills.
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