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Ever since people started becoming aware of the grave danger that our planet is facing today, many individuals have decided to actively participate in preserving and boosting our environment. Large companies have launched programs to make their operations more eco-friendly, communities are finding ways to source their food locally, even fashion designers are launching lines of organic clothing.
The trend on building eco friendly houses are on the raise when more research are showing that besides doing a part in improving our environment, building eco houses is a smart investment move for the homeowner.
Whether you are building your dream house from scratch or you are simply planning to do some renovations, there are some steps that you can take in order to do your part for the environment. Here are some of the things that you should know in building eco houses.
If you are planning to build a green home then it’s important that you get an idea of how much you may need to spend. An eco-friendly home basically costs more to construct more than the average house. Expect your expenses to increase by as much as 25% over your original budget.
Although it does cost more to build an eco house, it also increases the house value which makes it more marketable if the intension was to make a profit. A recent property research done in Seattle show that, eco houses generally can fetch 30 percent more per square foot, and sold 15 percent faster than other normal houses.
Moreover eco houses will provide them a long-term opportunity to save on utility bills. If you want to learn how long it will take before you can get back your extra expenses, it might be a good idea to calculate how much money your eco-friendly features are saving.
Environmental issues are not only hitting the cover-page more regularly, it is increasingly becoming a mandatory consideration for building and construction regulations for many cities around the globe.
The government of the United Kingdom initiated the promotion of sustainable homes; they published a detailed step-by-step guide, containing useful information which includes design principles, carbon emission, materials and water use. The document named “Code for Sustainable Homes” employed a star rating system to rate the level of sustainability of eco houses, where 1 star represents a 10% improvement of energy efficiency, and 6 stars means ‘zero carbon’ home. (For further information visit www.communities.gov.uk)
To obtain optimize energy efficiency; eco houses employ design strategies that utilize the shape and orientation of the house. So that the house can take advantage of the natural light for the deployment of solar panels, wind direction for the installation of wind turbines, or even water direction if the plan was to use hydropower generators.
Good design lays the foundation of an effective sustainable home. The main consideration factors are the orientation of the house, shape of the house, the use of glazing for solar gain, and the materials selected for the construction, to be able to reduce heat loss or the storage of heat gained.
Material use: Solar glass panel or photovoltaic (PV) roof tiles
Usage: Heat water or Heating system.
Cost: Depending on the type and quantity of the panels.
Payback time: Approx 10 – 15 years, but more than 40 years for PV tiles.
Method: Install pipes and heat pump below the surface of the garden.
Usage: Floor heating
Cost: $15,000
Payback time: Approx 10 years.
Method: Using turbines to convert wind to energy.
Usage: To power up household electricity. Only suitable for rural areas with constant ‘good’ wind.
Cost: $15,000 to $20,000
Payback time: Approx. 10 years.
Method: Rainwater is stored in underground water tanks built with filter and pump.
Usage: The stored water is used for flushing toilets, washing clothes and gardening.
Cost: $3,000 to $4,500
I would not be surprise that you felt skeptical about this. The price is too outrageously low, compared to the tens of thousands of dollars charged by 'professionals'.
The reason is quite straightforward actually. The idea of utilizing the wind for power is still pretty new, and more importantly, it is exciting and much sought after. However, most of us know too little about it and think, without the technical knowledge, it is too complex and difficult to construct one on our own. Hence, we rely on professionals.
I'm not saying that you shouldn't engage professionals for your alternative energy solutions, but i'm trying to say that it is totally possible to DIY a wind turbine, by following a detailed workable guide.
“DIY Wind Turbine” guide is a detailed step-by-step instructional guide written with beginners in mind. It contains information from design, install, to maintaining a long-lasting wind turbine generator system.
When choosing natural materials for your house, it’s also good check to see if you are using an eco-friendly type of wood. For instance, some homeowners select lumber that has been pressure-treated because it contains a certain amount of cyanide that protects the house from pests.
Unfortunately, it can also cause health problems especially with children. You can instead choose cedar when building your eco home. Not only is it naturally resistant to pests but it will also last much longer.
Make sure that the materials used for construction of the eco houses to be recycled content, low greenhouse gas emission materials.
When furnishing your eco home, be sure to shop for energy-efficient appliances. Most home supplies’ stores now carry a wide range of eco-friendly appliances such as green lightbulbs. Better yet, tell your contractor to put skylights in your roof. These ceiling windows will allow natural sunlight to enter your home and illuminate them without costing a cent. This will allow you to use artificial light strictly at nighttime.
Lastly, if your eco home happens to have some outdoor space to spare, why not consider creating your very own backyard garden? You can start planting a variety of fruits and vegetables that will lessen your need for transported food.
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