Environmentally friendly products are on the rise in real estate market news. 25% of remodelers said they saw more demand for green remodeling last year. A green home improvement is built with sustainable materials, design and technology that keep conservation in mind also.
1. Examples of how home owners can join the green trend in real estate market news and help the environment are:
2. Install maximum insulation in the remodeled area
3. Instead of installing windows that just meet the energy code use high-efficiency windows
4. Buy Energy-Star rated appliances only.
5. Upgrade your water heater to Energy Star or a tankless water heater.
6. Seal all external openings in the area being remodeled
7. Install only low flow water fixtures.
8. Purchase the highest efficiency HVAC system you can afford.
Here are some online resources in real estate market news so you can also educate yourself in making a smart green decision:
U.S. Green Building Council-usgbc.org
National Association of Home Builders-nahb.org
Build it Green-builditgreen.org
National Association of Remodeling Industry- nari.org
