Benefits and Challenges of Energy-Efficient Construction
An energy-efficient home is one built with features such as extra insulation,
quality windows, and a high-efficiency furnace and hot water heater.
Its overall level of energy efficiency is usually higher than the requirements
of a local jurisdiction’s building code as measured by a Home
Energy Rating. Builders can order an Energy Rating from independent, certified, E-Star Raters. This
energy efficiency and the associated improvement in quality of construction
offer many benefits to builders while presenting new challenges. The
benefits encompass possibilities in market differentiation, an expanded
buyer pool, fewer callbacks, decreased regulatory costs, and demonstration
of a commitment to quality construction and the interests of the community.
The challenges of incorporating new technical skills, organizational
response, marketing, costs, and consistency of construction practices
can be overcome with the help of E-Star™.
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