Every home owner has different styles and tastes when it comes to the overall look of their home. But there are a few things that should be the same in every home, no matter what your personal style is. Here are just a few of those must-haves...
- Energy Star Appliances - All of your major appliances, which includes your fridge, dishwasher and HVAC system, use a ton of energy. Appliances with the energy Star rating use much less and can significantly reduce your energy bills each month.
- Dual-Pane Windows - Double-paned vinyl or wood-framed windows can reduce energy usage by up to 24 percent in cold climates during the winter, and by up to 18 percent in hot climates during the summer, when compared to older, single-pane models.
- Lever Door Handles - This type of pull down door handle just makes your home easier to use. Along with wider doorways, rocker switches and single handle faucets. Especially for the aging homeowner.
- High-Efficiency Toilet - High-efficiency toilets use 20% less water than standard toilets and flush the same amount of waste just as, if not more, effectively. Water savings from high-efficiency toilets can save over $800 on your water bill over the lifetime of the product.
- Efficient Water Heater - Water heating accounts for 12-18% of a home's total energy use. So, clearly, an efficient system is a must. Choose a model that heats water using the ambient air in addition to electricity. Also, look for the Energy Star rating.
You may have noticed a trend in this list of must-haves...most are designed to save you energy, water and money! The homes of the future are energy efficient and water conscious, and they achieve that with help from products just like these.
So, whether your personal style is contemporary, chic or retro, any of these products is bound to fit right in.
If you found this article helpful, feel free to stop by our website at www.uniquitybuilders.com
Comments