Cost of Green
You're Reading About: GreenFAQ.Q: How much does it cost to build a green home?
A: There is a range of green choices, so the cost depend entirely on the features you choose. Some green features will cost more up front, while some cost the same as conventional. Often less costly mechanical systems can be selected due to the efficient design of green homes. Although overall cost depends on the features selected, the extra cost is often within the contingency allowance of a typical construction budget. Costs are steadily
decreasing as technologies evolve and demand increases each year.
The real benefit of building green is a holistic design that creates a home that is more comfortable, efficient, healthier and less costly over the long term.
Simply put, a green home can:
• Provide a healthier environment for your family
• Help you live more comfortably
• Save you money every month
• Last longer than a conventional home
Green homes typically incorporate more natural daylight, fresh air and fewer toxins, which contribute to a healthier family, lower medical bills and less missed school or work. This value is important to most people, but hard to quantify precisely. Several important studies have demonstrated and quantified the value of green design for commercial and office buildings, but not yet for residences.