If you're considering a custom built green home in Flower Mound or any community in the Dallas Metro area, you may not be clear about what sustainable home building is. In fact, the terms "sustainable," "green," and "eco-friendly" are sometimes used interchangeably, but essentially they mean conserving the earth's natural resources while saving homeowners money, thus improving the environment for future generations. At Bud Bartley Custom Homes, we wanted to explain to … [Read more...]
Conserve More After Buying a Green Home in Flower Mound
There is no doubt about it; more and more, consumers are becoming environmentally aware and concerned whether the choices they make are eco-friendly. As green home builders, we know that building a home that's environmentally friendly has become more popular over the last few years in terms of energy savings and improved health for family members. However, we know that the movement toward becoming more "green" doesn't end once a homeowner moves into a new home. Inside, the … [Read more...]
Flower Mound Custom Home Builders Explain HERS Rating
A mortgage is one of the largest expenses most homeowners have; next to that, most spend a substantial amount of money on energy costs for heating/cooling their homes. At Bud Bartley Custom Homes, we realize that most people are uncertain of what the HERS index is, or what it even stands for. Let us explain what this system is, and what it means for you when you choose to build a custom green home in the Dallas-Ft. Worth metro area. HERS stands for Home Energy Rating … [Read more...]
