{"id":5948,"date":"2025-09-23T08:44:33","date_gmt":"2025-09-23T08:44:33","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/localhost\/AIS\/AIS\/2025\/09\/23\/ecofriendly-upgrades-that-boost-home-values\/"},"modified":"2025-09-23T15:12:04","modified_gmt":"2025-09-23T15:12:04","slug":"five-ecofriendly-upgrades-that-boost-home-values_","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/tst.wordpress.realogydev.com\/terracoastalescrow\/five-ecofriendly-upgrades-that-boost-home-values_\/","title":{"rendered":"Five Ecofriendly Upgrades that Boost Home Values"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"5948\" class=\"elementor elementor-5948\" data-elementor-post-type=\"post\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-11d4f1e3 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"11d4f1e3\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-7215cb20 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"7215cb20\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div><p>As sustainability and a greener tomorrow become a priority for homeowners and buyers, eco-friendly upgrades\u202fare a\u202fsmart investment. They reduce your\u202fcarbon footprint, cut energy costs, and increase property values. In fact, according to government-sponsored Freddie Mac, homes with green upgrades sell for 2.7 % more than other homes. So, whether you&rsquo;re planning to sell or want to lower your utility bills, making\u202fgreen home improvements\u202fpays off.&nbsp;<\/p><\/div><div><p>\u202fWhile there is no question that solar panels can reduce your energy bill, increase your home value, and help the environment, they also require a significant upfront investment and have a long payback period.\u202f&nbsp;<\/p><\/div><div><p>Here are five other upgrades with a lower price tag and a boon for the environment that are known to increase the value of your home:&nbsp;<\/p><\/div><div><ul role=\"list\"><li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\" role=\"listitem\"><p><strong>Energy-efficient windows and doors <\/strong>&ndash; Traditional doors and windows let in heat in summer and let heat out in winter. Upgrading them will keep your home comfortable all year without overworking your HVAC system &ndash; and, they can boost your home value by up to 30%, according to the U.S. Department of Energy.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p><\/li><li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\" role=\"listitem\"><p><span style=\"background-color:transparent;color:inherit;font-family:inherit;font-size:inherit;text-align:inherit;text-transform:inherit\"><strong>Smart home energy systems<\/strong> &ndash; Installing smart thermostats, energy monitors, and smart lighting\u202fcan lower energy costs by\u202fup to 23% annually. Smart thermostats adjust temperature based on occupancy. Energy monitor systems provide real-time energy consumption insights &ndash; and LED lighting uses 75% less energy and lasts 25 times longer than traditional bulbs.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p><\/li><li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\" role=\"listitem\"><p><span style=\"background-color:transparent;color:inherit;font-family:inherit;font-size:inherit;text-align:inherit;text-transform:inherit\"><\/span><span style=\"background-color:transparent;color:inherit;font-family:inherit;font-size:inherit;text-align:inherit;text-transform:inherit\"><strong>Water-saving upgrades<\/strong> &ndash; The average U.S. household\u202fwastes 10,000 gallons of water per year. Water-saving upgrades such as low-flow toilets, rainwater collection systems, and smart irrigation systems reduce utility bills while conserving a\u202fvital natural resource. A low-flow toilet, for example, uses less than half the water used by a traditional toilet.&nbsp; &nbsp;<\/span><\/p><\/li><li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\" role=\"listitem\"><p><span style=\"background-color:transparent;color:inherit;font-family:inherit;font-size:inherit;text-align:inherit;text-transform:inherit\"><\/span><span style=\"background-color:transparent;color:inherit;font-family:inherit;font-size:inherit;text-align:inherit;text-transform:inherit\"><strong>Home insulation <\/strong>&ndash; Added insulation can keep heat from entering or leaving your home. It will cost between $1.50 and $3 per square foot, but it can add between 2-6% to your home&rsquo;s value.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p><\/li><li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\" role=\"listitem\"><p><span style=\"background-color:transparent;color:inherit;font-family:inherit;font-size:inherit;text-align:inherit;text-transform:inherit\"><strong><\/strong><\/span><span style=\"background-color:transparent;color:inherit;font-family:inherit;font-size:inherit;text-align:inherit;text-transform:inherit\"><strong>Green roofing solutions<\/strong> &ndash; Cool roofs, such as terracotta\/clay, reflect sunlight and absorb less heat. They can reduce energy costs by up to\u202f30%\u202fwhile providing a 50-80% return on investment, depending on materials and location.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p><\/li><\/ul><\/div><div><p><em>&#8212;<\/em><\/p><p><em>This material is not intended to be relied upon as a statement of the law, and is not to be construed as legal, tax or investment advice. You are encouraged to consult your legal, tax or investment professional for specific advice. The material is meant for general illustration and\/or informational purposes only. Although the information has been gathered from sources believed to be reliable, no representation is made as to its accuracy. Intended for distribution to only one per individual for marketing purposes only on behalf of our company. Not for reproduction.<\/em><\/p><p><em><\/em><em><strong>About Bobbi Pronin<\/strong><\/em><\/p><div><p><em>Bobbi Pronin is an award-winning writer based in Orange County, Calif. A former news editor with more than 30 years of experience in journalism and corporate communications, she has specialized in real estate topics for over a decade.<\/em><br \/><\/p><p><em>Bobbi is not an employee of Anywhere Integrated Services or affiliated with its title companies.<\/em><\/p><\/div><p><\/p><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>As sustainability and a greener tomorrow become a priority for homeowners and buyers, eco-friendly upgrades\u202fare a\u202fsmart investment. They reduce your\u202fcarbon footprint, cut energy costs, and increase property values. In fact, according to government-sponsored Freddie Mac, homes with green upgrades sell for 2.7 % more than other homes. 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