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Rising energy costs means energy efficiency remains a hot topic with homeowners and tenants.
If you're building a new home you can focus on an energy efficient design from the get-go. And with changes to the National Construction Code pending, we can expect mandatory requirements for all new homes to be built to a seven star energy
rating from next year.
But what are the features in an existing home that make it an energy-efficient property to purchase?
North-facing aspects invite winter sunshine while the sun is lower in the sky, while eaves help to
shade windows from the intense summer sun.
Planting deciduous trees on northern boundaries provides summer shade and winter sunshine. And of course homes with solar panels, high-rated ceiling and wall insulation, double glazed windows and effective window coverings are all good choices for energy efficient living.
If you're searching for an energy-efficient home to buy, or thinking of building an energy-efficient design, we can help!
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