Green home building is fast becoming the building standard. Consumers clearly recognize the environmental and monetary benefits of installing features like solar panels and are willing to take measures to purchase them, understanding the added value to their property. Builders have come to realize that “conscious building” is in their best interest as well. Whether ensuring the efficiency of new construction or retrofitting and improving the energy problems of an existing house, builders must assess and address key home elements affecting energy consumption including insulation type, appliance usage, heating/cooling systems and occurrences of air leakage.
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