Now that the New Year is well underway, the construction experts at Tiefenthaler have some in-depth information on the 2014 home building trends that we’re likely to see over the next few months. The focus is once again on green initiatives as Fairfield County residents are increasingly motivated towards environmentally friendly home renovation projects.

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1. Much of the focus in green home trends has been on new construction. In 2014, more builders will concentrate on making more environmentally friendly changes to existing buildings that lack efficiency or otherwise strain our natural resources.
2. More green buildings will incorporate technology that operates in the “cloud,” including remote access to turn off lights, set alarm systems, and lower environmental controls when a home is vacant.
3. Builders will install better insulation products in the roofs and exterior walls in new construction, as well as higher efficiency dual pane windows. Energy bills continue to rise at an alarming rate, so better insulation and other materials that enable homeowners to maintain consistent temperatures will be in high demand.
4. Solar panels and other sources of solar power will become a new construction standard rather than an upgrade. In addition, solar technology has advanced to the point that it is useful and efficient even in areas that don’t have predominantly sunny days.
5. Plumbing products, including showers, toilets and sinks, will incorporate low flow technology to conserve our fresh water reserves. In contrast to some previous models and even current products, consumers won’t be disappointed by low pressure flows.
If you’d like more information on the 2014 home building trends and construction projects that can increase your home’s energy efficiency, please give us a call at Tiefenthaler. Our building experts specialize in new construction and historic home preservation, as well as major renovations and additions.