SEM’s Bob Kingery puts solar payback in context for national remodeling magazine.
RALEIGH – When speaking with clients about sustainable and green remodeling projects, many remodelers are reluctant to discuss return on investment. Some believe the project should speak for itself and that the “green” aspect should trump the investment. Some don’t want to be held to a standard that may not be met. But there isn’t a client in the world who wouldn’t be happy saving money on his or her energy bills.
What follows are a few projects — energy audits, deconstruction, air sealing and insulation, and water heating options — to help remodeling clients realize their dreams, or solve their problems. Some projects offer a quick return on investment and others take a little more time for homeowners to recoup their money. But knowing how to answer or where to find the answers to your clients’ questions on energy and cost savings can make any remodeler look like a hero.
