subject: Benefits Of Green Home Remodeling [print this page] Green remodeling ideas are catching on in homes across Santa Clara County. Homeowners like the fact that they are benefiting the environment with their green home remodel. And, they enjoy the benefits a green remodeling project has on their pocket book. It is safe to say, green home remodeling has benefits that are felt all around!
How do green home remodeling projects save me money?
Green home remodeling saves homeowners money in the following ways:
* Increasing the home's efficiency, thereby, reducing operating costs
* Conserving natural resources, which lower your energy bills
* Reducing energy and maintenance costs
* Reducing waste
* Increasing the overall resell value of your home
How can I incorporate green remodeling ideas into my home?
Green home remodeling projects carry a big impact on the California community along with the environment whether they are large or small in scale. Think about these green remodeling ideas for your next green home remodeling project:
* Non-toxic paints and sealants
* Programmable thermostats
* Energy efficient appliances
* Tankless water heaters
* Insulated hot water pipes
* Native plants for landscaping
* Local building materials
* Quality insulation
What green home remodel projects qualify for tax credits?
Green home remodeling can earn you tax credits, which puts more money back in your wallet. Modified tax credits have been extended giving Calif. residents the opportunity to start green home remodeling projects this year and take advantage of the energy-efficient tax credits. Here is how the tax credits break down:
* 10% of the cost of an energy-efficient item up to $500, including biomass stoves, air conditioning (HVAC) and heating systems, insulation, roofs (metal and asphalt), water heaters along with windows and doors.
* 30% of cost with no upper limit for big ticket items, including geothermal heat pumps, small wind turbines (residential) and solar energy systems.
Santa Clara County homeowners should keep track of all green remodeling projects through this year in order to take advantage of all possible tax credits.
A green home remodel is a great way to save money in the long-run through a more efficient home and through available tax credits. Green remodeling also benefits your community as well as your family. Hopefully theses tips will help you you with all of your green remodeling ideas in order to create the energy efficient home of your dreams!
What green remodeling ideas are you implementing in your home?
