Diamondhead Resort Community - Hot Springs, Arkansas

Building An Energy Efficient Home

Tue Nov 29, 2011

Building a new home is one of the most important investments you’ll ever make. So when it comes to making that home energy efficient, why cut corners? Build a home that is not only comfortable but one that will operate efficiently and save you money. Here’s a list of things you should consider when building an energy efficient home:

Lighting

• Install luorescent lightbulbs
• Consider automatic lighting control

Windows

• Double or triple-paned
• “Low-E” clear coatings
• Warm-edge spacers between panes

Landscaping

• Deciduous trees help shade in the summer and allow warm sunlight in the winter
• Evergreens provide windbreak in the winter

Heating & Cooling Equipment

• Attic Ventilation
• Seal gaps
• Install soffit and ridge vents

Duct System

• Seal properly

Crawlspaces

• Install gutters
• Cover crawlspace floor with vapor barrier
• Seal any ductwork

Looking to build an Energy Efficient Home in DiamondHead? Contact our expert energy efficient homebuilders at 1-877-262-9311