Everyone wants to save money on home utilities. Saving power and water with green improvements are a simple way to do this.
Going green or being Eco friendly is often though of as being expensive. For instance installing solar energy panels will set you back at least $10,000.
But “green” doesn’t have to be expensive. Installing energy star compliant appliances is no more costly than standard appliances. Upgrading heating and air conditioning to be more efficient is a minimal expense. More insulation is very cheap. Using high-efficiency light bulbs just makes sense.
A good rule to follow when considering a green upgrade is, whether you can pay for the upgrade with savings over a seven-year period. Seven years is the average time Americans stay in a home before moving. That should be your minimum recapture time frame.
For those who are extremely eco-conscious or just want to reduce their carbon foot print, price may not be a consideration.
Regardless or your budget and view on the environment, there are simple adjustment we can make during construction that are cost-effective and will save you money on your monthly utility bills. Most of these adjustments are a minimal increase in cost for your basement. We’ll go over these options with you when we meet with you to measure your basement. Call Basement Pro for a Free Basement Estimate and we’ll give you a Free Basement Drawing/Design: 801-706-0148.