Building a new home is an exciting adventure. You have the chance to craft the property of your dreams. During the design process, you may want to consider how you can make your home more energy efficient. Doing so now can help you save lots of money as time goes on. Here are some areas to discuss with your builder.

Choose the Right Windows

Choosing the right windows can have a huge impact on your bills. Ideally, you'll use double or triple glazing. Alongside controlling temperatures, double and triple glazing can reduce the amount of noise that enters from outside. You might also want to add shutter blinds. Shutter blinds can keep strong sunlight out, which makes it easier to keep your home cool during the day. In order to install such items, you'll need the right infrastructure. As such, always make your intentions clear to your builder. 

Add Loft Insulation

Your home loses a lot of heat through the roof. This is because heat tends to rise, so rather than settling in your roof, it'll find a way to escape. The right insulation can also help your home stay cool during the summer. In both cases, using insulation prevents your HVAC from working too hard. If you want to keep your energy bills as low as possible, ask your builder to insulate your loft. Making your insulation intentions clear now helps you factor it into your budget.

Use Wall Insulation

If you're going to use loft insulation, you may as well as wall insulation to the mix. It works to combat excess heat during the summer, which is good news for your HVAC. You'll lose less heat through your walls when cooler months roll in. Insulation can also reduce noise pollution and may prevent you from experiencing too much dampness. Overall, it's a great way to make your new home as comfortable as possible.

Install Solar Panels

No matter where you live, solar panels have the potential to make your home more energy efficient. They capture the sun's rays during the day and convert them into energy you can use. As a result, you won't need to rely on mains electricity as much, so your home can become energy efficient. You'll need to ensure they're north-facing to get more from your panels. Discuss your intentions with your builder. Even if they can't install the panels themselves, they may be able to help you prime your home so that an installation is as easy as possible.

For more information, contact a company such as ROBERSON CONSTRUCTION.