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An efficient and effective HVAC system is just one component of overall home comfort. To make sure your living spaces stay at the temperature you prefer without excess energy loss or waste of money, it’s necessary to also tend to insulation and air sealing. These two techniques prevent the loss of conditioned air and stop heat flow, which will improve indoor comfort in all seasons.
Whether designing and building a completely new green residence or adding green features through renovations, the benefits of building a green home can be found in three important categories.
Increased energy efficiency, improvements in home comfort, and reductions in monthly energy expenses are often cited as major reasons for building a green home. But what do residents actually think about these homes once they’ve lived in them? A new industry survey provides some answers to that question, indicating that those who have experienced the benefits of a green home are highly satisfied with their choice.
The materials you choose for your Massachusetts home can have a significant effect on your health. Many types of construction materials, from plywood to paints, contain chemicals and toxins that can be released into the indoor environment. When these substances enter your home, the indoor air quality is reduced and potentially harmful results can occur. As you plan home construction or a renovation project, look for non-toxic building materials that will make your living spaces more pleasant, comfortable and better for you. (more…)
Universal design concepts not only allow for better indoor mobility, but they also make a home available for aging in place. Here are seven construction factors that use green universal design, providing environmentally friendly options that can meet or exceed the needs of older clients. (more…)
Eco-friendly kitchen cabinets offer home builders and renovators plentiful options for useful and attractive kitchen design. An unexpected benefit of these types of cabinets is an improvement in indoor air quality in your home. Consider the following eco-friendly kitchen cabinets for your next kitchen project. (more…)
The windows in your home play a key role in your comfort, and they have a direct impact on your energy bills. Sage Builders LLC can help you choose and install energy-efficient windows that will improve the comfort of your home and save you energy dollars for years to come. (more…)
Maintaining a comfortable indoor living area sometimes feels like it requires making do with limited space. While the physical realities of your home’s existing structure can’t be denied, Sage Builders LLC can suggest ways of using space wisely that let you acquire more room, improve comfort and enhance design without broadening the footprint of your home. An effective revision of your indoor spaces will be more sustainable and better for the local environment than adding on to your home. (more…)
One of the most important facets of modern home design is energy efficiency. As homeowners become more environmentally conscious, so must design/build methods such as zero energy home design. (more…)
When working with our design/build team at Sage Builders LLC, you’ll find it quite easy to incorporate green home design features into your new or remodeled Boston area home. You and the experts will discuss using a whole-house approach during the design phase. There are many variables that go into a whole-house approach. Some of these include: (more…)
