Benefits of ENERGY STARŪ HOMES include:
Reduced Utility Bills: Homeowners spend an average of 30% less on their monthly power bills, thanks to the superior energy efficient construction of ENERGY STARŪ homes. And, most utility companies (such as Progress and Duke Energy) reward ENERGY STARŪ homeowners with an additional 5% discount on all electric bills. This benefit lasts for the lifetime of the home, regardless of ownership.
Lower Maintenance: Homeowners enjoy high quality heating and cooling equipment, which lasts longer and performs better than standard equipment. They also rely on energy efficient windows, which reduce sun damage to furniture. The tight construction prevents costly home moisture damage.
Higher Resale Value: A recent EPA study determined that the ENERGY STARŪ rating adds an average of $8,400 to the market value of a home.
Healthier Indoor Air: ENERGY STARŪ homes are built to reduce indoor air pollutants that contribute to asthma and allergies. Tight construction details block pollen, mold, dust, carbon monoxide, moisture and radon from entering the ENERGY STARŪ home (requires less dusting too!). Proper ventilation provides fresh air and also protects against the buildup of unhealthy air.
Better Environment: The average American home energy usage contributes significantly to air pollution, including 20% of all carbon dioxide emissions. However, all ENERGY STARŪ homes built in the US require significantly less pollution-generating energy. By the year 2012, ENERGY STARŪ houses are projected to save homeowners over $100 billion in utility bills and prevent pollution equivalent of removing 3 million cars from the road!
More Comfortable Living Environment: ENERGY STARŪ homes come with additional insulation and high performance windows allowing temperatures to remain warmer in winter and cooler in summer. Tight contstruction prevent annoying drafts and airborne dust, and the better-insulated walls, sealed ducts and enhanced mechanical systems deliver quiet, high performance year round.
Third Party Verification: Southern Energy Management is your partner in quality construction. We inspect and test each ENERGY STARŪ home at every major step in the construction process to verify you've achieved the quality and efficiency standards required to earn ENERGY STARŪ status.
