Why Buy ENERGY STAR®?

A Better Home for the Money

ENERGY STAR homes offer more than just substantial savings on utility bills.

Here are some of the additional benefits you’ll enjoy by owning an ENERGY STAR home:

• Better Construction – With a focus on keeping the exterior and interior tightly sealed, you can be assured that your ENERGY STAR labeled home has been built carefully and with attention to detail.
• Improved Comfort and Reduced Noise – Tighter construction and improved insulation help keep out excess heat, cold and noise while maintaining a consistent and comfortable temperature from room to room.
• Low Maintenance – ENERGY STAR labeled homes feature high-quality, longer-lasting heating and cooling equipment and energy-efficient windows which reduce fading of furniture and finishes.
• Healthier Indoor Air – Tighter construction combined with increased filtered air flow keeps dust, pollen, and mold out so you can breathe easier.
• Higher Resale Value – Studies show that energy efficient homes earn a higher resale price than standard homes.
• Verified Performance – A home must pass a rigorous inspection by an independent home energy rater before it can be certified as an ENERGY STAR labeled home. This is your guarantee that an ENERGY STAR home will live up to its promises.
• Preferred Financing – Energy efficiency mortgages allow you to apply the monthly energy savings of your ENERGY STAR labeled home to qualify for more home at your current income level. For a list of financial partners, visit www.energystar.gov/homes.
• Good for the Environment – Almost 20% of air pollution results from energy used in homes. An ENERGY STAR labeled home uses significantly less energy than standard homes, so while you’re saving money, you’re helping keep our air clean.

Review the list of builders who construct ENERGY STAR labeled homes at www.texasenergystarhome.info.