{"id":752,"date":"2017-01-20T20:19:56","date_gmt":"2017-01-20T20:19:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.mymilestone.com\/blog\/?p=752"},"modified":"2017-01-27T16:06:38","modified_gmt":"2017-01-27T16:06:38","slug":"energy-efficient-home-features-look-year","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.mymilestone.com\/blog\/energy-efficient-home-features-look-year\/","title":{"rendered":"Energy-efficient home features to look out for this year"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Energy efficiency is an easy aspect to ignore while you&#8217;re searching for a new home. Although there are some obvious home features\u2014hardwood floors, granite counter tops\u2014that jump right out at you, energy features aren&#8217;t as eye-catching. However, they are just as important. With this in mind, we make sure our new MileStone homes come with energy-efficient home features.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-762\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mymilestone.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/energy-1.jpg\" alt=\"Home photoshopped as tree in front of building plans\" width=\"820\" height=\"358\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mymilestone.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/energy-1.jpg 820w, https:\/\/www.mymilestone.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/energy-1-300x131.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.mymilestone.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/energy-1-768x335.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 820px) 100vw, 820px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Why energy efficiency matters<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>We incorporate energy-saving features into every home we build because it&#8217;s good for the planet, it&#8217;s good for our residents and it&#8217;s good for us. If you&#8217;re not convinced of the benefits, the <a href=\"https:\/\/energy.gov\/energysaver\/energy-efficient-home-design\">U.S. Department of Energy<\/a> puts it pretty simply: \u201cYou&#8217;ll save energy and money, and your home will be more comfortable and durable.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>By buying an energy-efficient home, you will:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Save money, thanks to lower energy bills<\/li>\n<li>Improve the economy by helping avoid billions of dollars in wasted energy every year<\/li>\n<li>Conserve the environment by reducing the usage of valuable resources<\/li>\n<li>Enhance your quality of life by making your home a more comfortable place<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-763\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mymilestone.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/energy-2.jpg\" alt=\"A sealed window as an example of an energy-efficient home features\" width=\"820\" height=\"356\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mymilestone.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/energy-2.jpg 820w, https:\/\/www.mymilestone.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/energy-2-300x130.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.mymilestone.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/energy-2-768x333.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 820px) 100vw, 820px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Energy-efficient home features<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>While specific amenities vary between the homes in our many different communities, we&#8217;ve put energy-saving features into every home we&#8217;ve ever built. To see specific features available in each home, view our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mymilestone.com\/find-your-home\/north-austin-cedar-park\">Community List<\/a> and explore each one. Current features include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Efficient HVAC systems:<\/strong> All of the heating and air conditioning systems in our homes are energy-efficient, with a minimum SEER rating of 14 or higher.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Programmable thermostats:<\/strong> The\u00a0NEST digital programmable thermostats in our homes allow you to pre-set a heating and cooling schedule. Therefore, saving energy by using your HVAC only when you need it.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Energy-saving windows:<\/strong> Our homes come with double-pane windows made from low emissivity (or &#8220;Low E&#8221;) glass to reduce heat transfer, air infiltration, moisture and noise.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Fewer air leaks:<\/strong>\u00a0Polycell foam sealant around switches, plugs and other air infiltration areas\u00a0of our homes reduces\u00a0energy consumption.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Better insulation:<\/strong>\u00a0Our homes our thoroughly insulated to keep you cool in the summer and warm in the winter. For example, we use R-13 to R-19 insulation in exterior walls and\u00a0R-38 blown insulation in flat ceilings.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Attic improvements:<\/strong> Ridge-style attic ventilation and radiant barrier reflective insulation offer\u00a0reduced ambient temperatures in the attic.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Efficient appliances:<\/strong>\u00a0Many of our homes include energy-saving appliances such as gas water heaters, furnaces and dryers.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>If you would like to learn more about finding energy-efficient homes in Austin, Texas, then\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.mymilestone.com\/contact-us\">contact<\/a> MileStone Community Builders today. 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