Sustainable homes use renewable energy which is energy that is abundant and can’t be depleted. These homes provide energy efficiency and are gaining in popularity. Geothermal homes use the ground to provide heating and cooling for their interior environments. Passive homes use the sun’s rays for warming in cooler seasons. And solar panels provide energy…

If you care about the environment and want a sustainable way to heat and cool your home, we understand you 100%. Green living makes you feel good about yourself because you know you’re making a difference. At the same time, geothermal homes are also a great way to save money in the long run. They…

Many properties these days are going green. There are many advantages to investing in environmentally-friendly technologies, such as solar panels. Whether you want eco-friendly devices for your home or business, there are several reasons why you need to start as soon as possible. The main benefit to get from eco-friendly properties is that they are…

Is Home Solar Power Right for You? Over the past several years, the idea of “going green” and being environmentally friendly has gained momentum and popularity. It seems as though more and more people are purchasing high-efficiency appliances for their homes. In some cases, these types of features and systems are standard in new homes.…

Many homeowners are looking to incorporate sustainable infrastructure into their homes. Rainwater harvesting is a sustainable water-catching and filtration method that captures rain and funnels it through a series of gutters to a cistern. In the cistern, water can be stored or transferred into a home for non-potable use—toilet or shower water—or filtered with UV…

Making your home more sustainable is good for the environment and your wallet. The average sustainable home is 60 to 70 percent more energy-efficient than a traditional residence.  For homeowners, this means big savings on your utility bill. Financial benefits aside, making your home more sustainable has benefits on a personal level, as it presents…

A drought affects the amount of water municipal utilities have available. When you save rainwater to use in your home, however, you can offset some of these shortages. There are both advantages and disadvantages of rainwater harvesting to consider. Pros Many homeowners become interested in harvesting rainwater for financial benefits. Depending on the size of…

Have you ever wondered what geothermal heating and cooling are all about? With more than a million people using the earth provided heat, it can be easy to see how the eco-friendly home heating and cooling source will become even more popular in the coming years. Recently, the Environmental Protection Agency supported geothermal heat as…

Heating and cooling your home can be one of the highest expenses in your monthly budget. Uncomfortable temperatures during summer and winter months can cause your power bills to skyrocket. How you choose to run your heat and AC can also be one of the easiest ways to either conserve or waste energy. If you’re…

The federal government has established a Code for Sustainable Homes to clarify the qualifications that help builders improve sustainability. Some of the following factors are mandatory to be considered within the code, and some are simply recommended. Emissions and Usage To be considered sustainable, your home must not exceed the maximum CO2 emissions. Along the…