{"id":3601,"date":"2022-06-23T14:51:10","date_gmt":"2022-06-23T14:51:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/trepryor.com\/blog\/?p=3601"},"modified":"2024-07-01T15:27:18","modified_gmt":"2024-07-01T15:27:18","slug":"top-energy-efficient-home-trends","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/trepryor.com\/blog\/top-energy-efficient-home-trends\/","title":{"rendered":"Top Energy-Efficient Home Trends Buyers Want as Energy Costs Soar"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

As energy costs rise in Louisville, homebuyers are looking for energy-efficient homes. These are the top energy-efficient home trends that are catching the attention of buyers in Kentucky. If you\u2019re thinking about buying and selling property<\/a> any time soon, you won\u2019t want to skip this list!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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There are many ways to make today’s home energy-efficient. | Photo: Tre Pryor<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Top Energy-Efficient Home Trends<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

1. Solar panels<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Solar panels are at the top of the list because it\u2019s the first thing that we think of when we ask ourselves, \u201cHow can I make my home more energy efficient?\u201d They\u2019re especially popular now because there are countless incentives for homeowners to install solar panels on their homes<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

On average, an American household will spend around $3,000 per year on energy costs. With solar panels, you could save between $400 to $1,000. You\u2019re no longer relying on electricity or natural gas, which decreases your carbon footprint.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Sustainable materials<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Whether you\u2019re building a new home or you\u2019re buying a newer home, sustainable building materials<\/a> is a good way to go. Building materials like bamboo and cork are sustainable, recyclable, and won\u2019t seep toxins into the ground. Materials like these reduce our dependence on imported oil for processing said construction materials. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. LED Lighting<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

You don\u2019t need us to tell you that LED lighting isn\u2019t the same as traditional incandescent light bulbs. They don\u2019t emit any heat and they use at least 75% less energy than incandescent bulbs. Not only that, they can last up to 25 times longer than traditional lighting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

So, not only are you saving money because you aren\u2019t using as much energy, but you can save money on purchasing bulbs, too. That may not sound like a big deal, but it all adds up!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Replacing windows with low-emissivity panes<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Low-emissivity window panes are coated with a micro-thin layer of metal that filters out long energy wavelengths (heat), thus allowing show energy wavelengths (light) to pass through. In other words, Low-E window coatings fill your home with lots of natural light without heating up the interior of your home. A cooler room means you don\u2019t have to turn the air conditioner up nearly as frequently as you would with regular windows. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. Energy-efficient HVAC systems<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Homes with energy-efficient HVAC systems have a smaller carbon footprint than traditional systems. These systems have improved airflow, which means it takes less running time for your room to reach the desired temperature. And you know what that means \u2013 your energy bill won\u2019t be astronomical as the summer heat really<\/em> kicks into high gear. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The average home in Louisville, Kentucky spends between $90 to $110 each month on electricity. For other parts of the country, that may not seem like a lot, but for us\u2026 It\u2019s a lot. Homebuyers are interested in buying a home that has energy-efficient upgrades<\/a> and features, not just to lessen their carbon footprint amid the climate change crisis \u2013 they want to save money!\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

And, to be frank, we can\u2019t blame them. Inflation is out of control and folks have to find ways to make every dollar stretch. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even if you’re not planning on selling your home this year, incorporating some of these energy-efficient home trends will set you up for success in the future.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

As energy costs rise in Louisville, homebuyers are looking for energy-efficient homes. These are the top energy-efficient home trends that are catching the attention of buyers in Kentucky. 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