4 Energy-Efficient Custom Home Considerations

As a responsible home owner, it makes sense that you’re always on the lookout for ways to improve the effectiveness of your home. You might also place a priority on environmental sustainability, and helping to keep the lifestyle we enjoy here in Central Florida intact for future generations. At the same time, cost-savings and energy-efficiency are always important factors to consider.

Luckily, there’s a way to get the best of all worlds. When you create a high-quality custom home with energy-efficient appliances and layout in mind, you can save money, boost property value, and do something great for the environment, all at the same time.

Best of all, you won’t have to compromise style or features. Instead, your custom home can and should reflect your exact desires and requirements, and be a public display of your unique lifestyle and preferences. Use these suggestions to build a custom home of which you can be proud, and that you can enjoy for decades to come.

1) Smart Design

Your custom home builder is a great resource for ideas surrounding energy-efficiency and comfortable living. This dynamic professional will work with you to create a residence that meets your needs, while still helping you save and conserve.

That includes everything from floor plan, to landscaping, appliances, and more. You can also glean valuable information on ways to use water wisely, maximize natural light, improve climate control, and similar.

2) Added Amenities

Expanding on that idea, now’s a great time to consider adding solar panels to your roof. Over time, this custom home feature could end up saving you big money. You may also wish to consider the size of your home. Some people prefer smaller residences that tend to be more eco-friendly and energy-efficient. However, there are ways you can keep the environment in mind and still spread out in the comfort of your larger custom home.

You should also ask your builder about using sustainable materials and methods, and working with the current landscaping motif. A trusted and reputable custom home builder will also have sound advice and insight on how to create the very best structure for your specific wants and needs.

3) Whole House Considerations

In addition to the mentioned items, now’s also an ideal moment to focus on other home details, especially windows. Often viewed as a purely aesthetic feature, windows help regulate the climate inside your home. In addition, since windows are often the first things that people notice about your house, they also contribute to curb appeal, which can affect your property value.

As mentioned, you can also place a priority on outdoor features. Creative landscaping can help you reduce bills and conserve water. You could also install LED outdoor lighting, which reduces the need for overnight electricity. Inside, try to use energy-efficient appliances whenever possible. Speak with your builder about other innovative ways you can conserve energy and save money at the same time.

4) Expert Assistance  

In fact, your skilled and qualified custom home builder provides a wealth of knowledge and expertise. The goal is to work with a builder with a proven track record of success, and a solid reputation for outstanding customer service.

For nearly 30 years, we’ve been proud to work with countless residents just like you from across the country and even internationally. We build in some of the most prestigious communities in Central Florida. That includes Southern Pines, Westland Village, Il Villaggio, Halifax Plantation, and throughout the City of Palm Coast.

Browse our website to view the sophisticated and elegant homes we’re able to create. Then, contact us today to get started on a high-quality, energy-efficient custom home tailored to your exact desires and requirements.