Construction of Energy Efficient Homes in Wisconsin


(MENAFNEditorial) More commercial and residential property owners are opting to reduce their carbon footprint by going into green construction practices. In Wisconsin, recognize this value by expanding their focus on constructing homes that capture the homeowners' vision. As an environmental-friendly company, they also promote and practice the value of energy-efficiency, by building homes with green features and assisting homeowners in making informed choices.Residential Energy EfficiencyLocal jurisdictions, such as Wisconsin, have been encouraged by the government toinstitutepolicies and programs that support energy-efficient systems in residential and commercial buildings. Homes utilize energy in a variety of ways, including for lighting, heating, and cooling purposes. Appliances and electronic devices also need power to become functional. Among all of these systems and devices, a home's heating and cooling system typically uses more power compared to others, a U.S, Department of Energy study noted. To reduce power consumption, construction of energy-efficient homes has been highly encouraged.Making Green InvestmentsBuilding energy codes, as implemented locally, ensure that newly built homes are designed for energy efficiency. As noted by the US Environmental Protection Agency, an energy code compliant structure, combined with green appliances and other green features, could produce benefits for the new homeowner. At the top of the list is the potential energy savings to the homeowner, which could go as high 30 percent at the time of construction. This shows how making green investments could positively redound back to the homeowner. A green construction professional can help facilitate these benefits.Focused on Creating EfficienciesAs part of the green building sector, professional builders C & E Wurzel also partners with Wisconsin's Focus On Energy Homes initiative. The statewideprogramassists property owners in making smart energy decisions through an empowering process. To ensure their goals are met, the program partner with construction companies and other trade professionals to deliver efficient programs and services directly to the customer or property owner.More Efficient Than Code Compliant HomesDuring the construction process, these consult with the homeowners to determine what works best. From green design strategies, materials to budget, these construction professionals guide the homeowners through the process. They also connect the homeowner with a Focus on Energy consultant who can present options for building a structure that is at least 25 percent more efficient than code compliant homes in Wisconsin. Once the home has been completed and integrated with green features, the environmental consultant works with C & E Wurzel professionals to gauge the efficiency of the home. Once all criteria are met, the homeowner receives a new home energy certification.As green construction becomes the standard, working with an environmentally-responsible builder has become an essential step in residential building construction. For Wisconsin residents, these custom home builders not only provide quality construction services. They also work with the Wisconsin homeowner in envisioning, planning, and designing a home that would produce long-term benefits. These benefits include reducing the homeowner's carbon and environmental footprint to generating energy savings on a regular basis.

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Phone: (715) 839-8806
Address:1750 US-53 BUS
City: Chippewa Falls
State: WI 54729
Country: United States
Website: http://www.cewurzerbuilders.com/

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