Concern for the environment leads the reason for the “GREEN” movement. However, there are no universal standards for use of the term itself and one must use caution when a product or home presents itself as “green”. There are many relatively small things we can do in our own homes with little cost to step forward into personal responsibility and there are also tax incentives to make the process even easier financially. At Triad Regional Properties, we not only understand the need to protect our environment, we go above and beyond by holding a GREEN certification.
Our company has multiple resources and additional information regarding green features and building. If you have a general or specific question, please contact us @ 336.306.5678.
LOW-COST OPTIONS
- Use CFL or LED light bulbs
- Install low-flow showerheads and faucet aerators (14-gallon per day savings)
- Start a compost pile
- Plant trees
- Insulate water heaters
- Weatherstrip and caulk doors and windows
- Collect rainwater to water plants
- Paint with low or no VOC paint
- Replace filters
- Install a programmable thermostat
- Place appliances or office equipment on powerstrips to reduce “phantom” load
- Recycle
- Install water-efficient bathroom fixtures
- Use eco-friendly cleaning supplies
MID-COST OPTIONS
Conduct an energy audit
Tune
up HVAC
Replace carpet with no-VOC
style
Replace hardwood flooring with bamboo or cork
Install a tankless water heater
Insulate attic and other areas with R-38 or above
Consider drought-resistant landscaping
Buy recycled office products and equipment
HIGH-COST OPTIONS
Buy ENERGY STAR® appliances
Replace windows with double pane, low-e models
Replace roof with reusable, recyclable materials
Install solar roof panels
Use sustainable materials and features in remodeling
Install a solar water heater
Implement a water reclamation system
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TO KNOW MORE?
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