Green Remodeling

There is so much buzz today when it comes to the concept of “green”. And in the home remodeling world, this is no exception. What green means when it comes to home remodeling really has to do with affecting your home’s performance. During the remodeling process this can be approached in three ways:

1. Design considerations
2. Products and materials used
3. Construction methods

The benefits of exploring green remodeling include:

1. Making your home healthier
2. Providing lower maintenance solutions
3. Reducing energy and maintenance costs
4. Incorporating the use of sustainable materials

Overall your house will be a better place to live and “it’s the right thing to do!"

Additional Online Resources

Outlined below are several great websites to help you learn more about what it means to be green and how to incorporate energy efficient and environmentally-friendly products into your home.

Because it’s the Right Thing to Do

Energy Star is a joint program between the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the U.S. Department of Energy. Learn ways to help save money and protect the environment through energy efficient products and practices.www.energystar.gov

Take the Do-It-Yourself Energy Efficiency Test

Home Energy Saver is the first web-based do-it-yourself energy audit tool. Find the best way to save energy in your home by leveraging the energy efficiency calculator.Hes.lbl.gov

The One-Stop Shop for Energy Efficiency

Developed by the U.S. Department of Energy, this consumer’s guide to energy efficiency and renewable energy allows you to view both do-it-yourself and professional home energy audits, links to consumer publications on the topic as well as many additional, valuable resources.www.eere.energy.gov/consumer