EcoSmart Stud 
Imagine owning an Energy Star Zero Energy Ready Home (ZERH) for the same cost as a standard home. It’s not just a dream-it’s a reality. A Zero Energy Ready Home can help you save money on energy bills. Save thousands of dollars in energy bills in the first 5 years, you could save tens of thousands in energy costs over 20 years. Plus, every dollar saved is a step towards reducing CO2 emissions, making your investment even more valuable in the long run.
Energy Efficient Home Starts with Smart Framing
In our previous post on building an energy efficient home, we explored how the EcoSmart™ Stud (ESS) wall system meets all the exterior wall requirements for the Energy Star Energy Star Zero Energy Ready Home program. But what’s the real game-changer here? It’s the affordability.
The EcoSmart™ Stud wall system helps you build a high-performance, energy efficient home without breaking the bank.
When the cost of building the exterior wall required for these programs is reduced by about 2/3, it’s a big deal! Now, the Federal rebates go a lot farther! Combine the Federal rebates with local utility rebates available for building energy-efficient homes, and now rebates that were designed to pay for part of the extra upgrade costs can pay for ALL the extra upgrade costs!
Save Money on Energy Bills With Rebates
In Minnesota, we have Xcel and CenterPoint Energy areas can qualify for up to $12,000 in combined rebates when building an energy efficient home.. That $12,000 can go toward:
- EcoSmart™ Stud exterior wall system
- Attic and basement insulation
- Energy-efficient windows
- Heat pump water heater
- Smart thermostat
- And more energy-saving upgrades
These upgrades help you save money on energy bills from day one without paying more to build.
Why Use EcoSmart™ Studs in a Zero Energy Ready Home
All the other benefits of using the EcoSmart™ Stud come at no extra cost! EcoSmart™ Studwall systems are stronger, more resilient, and more environmentally responsible. They support an energy efficient home by providing better insulation, reducing the need for heating and cooling, and are more durable. Their environmental responsibility comes from the fact that they use sustainable materials and contribute to a reduction in carbon emissions.
With all the money saved from using the EcoSmart™ Stud wall system in a Zero Energy Ready Home build, you can take the next step to a Net Zero Home at a far lower cost!
Having an energy-independent home is an investment that will reap dividends every year! These dividends come in the form of significantly helping you save on energy bills, increased comfort and health benefits from improved indoor air quality, and the satisfaction of knowing that you’re contributing to a more sustainable future.
If you’re planning to build, start with a zero energy ready home and take advantage of rebates and long-term savings.
*2300 sq ft or under home with specific program component selections.