If you’re thinking of building a new home, you should consider incorporating some green building practices or materials into your plans. Green building designs can include anything from using recycled materials to installing a rainwater collection system outside your home.
Here are just a few reasons why a green home is better for your health, your bank account and the environment:
• Better health. Surprisingly, indoor air pollution from toxic materials and cleaning products is usually far worse than outdoor air pollution. This aggravates conditions like asthma and allergies. Green homes tend to have better ventilation and fewer problems with mold and mildew. A simple switch to toxin-free building materials and cleaning products makes everyone breathe easier inside your Santa Cruz home.
• Lower cost. It’s true that building a green home will cost more upfront. However, the difference is probably not as great as you think. Green building materials are more available and less expensive than they used to be because more people are using them. You have to look at more than just the cost of the home, though. A green home will consume up to 40% less energy and up to 50% less water than a standard home. This means you will save money on your utility bill each month.
• More environmentally friendly. Green homes use less energy which helps us reduce our dependency on non-renewable energy sources. Plumbing, environmentally-friendly bathroom fixtures and water-conserving irrigation systems lower water consumption and help protect our water resources. Most green building materials are made with recycled products and reduce the amount of waste that ends up in our landfills.
You can build a green Santa Cruz home that’s ideal for your family. To help you get the best price and terms for your new home, call me before you visit the new home building sites. Even better, call me today to find out how I can help you save money when building a new home.
You can reach me at 831.662.6522 or email me at Lauren@LaurenSpencer.com.
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