The state of Florida understands the new priorities for house hunters. That translates to utility costs and may even include protection from the elements. So, if you’re a potential Lang Realty buyer in Palm Beach County from Boca Raton to Jupiter or in Port St. Lucie, “the Energy Performance Index is an excellent indicator of the potential energy performance of the air-conditioning, heating and water heating systems of a house,” according to the University of Florida’s Guide to Energy Efficiency in Florida. “If you plan to buy a new home, it is prudent to ask the builder about the EPI. Remember, the lower the EPI, the better.”
What is an energy-efficient home?
Whether you’re looking at new construction or updated homes, your Lang Realty agent will help identify house features that save energy costs and evaluate the potential energy performance of a home.
What are the features of an energy efficient house?
Your check list now may include a new generation of energy-efficient windows and sliders, i.e. sliding doors. But usually not solar paneling. Most homeowner association-controlled communities and residential country clubs in Palm Beach County don’t allow them now. They may later, or you can look into neighborhoods that do.
How to make your house energy efficient?
Homebuyers always have the option of buying a property “as is,” and upgrading later, or include an energy-efficient rating in the list of items including air-conditioning etc. in your property appraisal before closing.
