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New Home Efficiency

If you are anticipating low energy bills once you move into your new home, you need “built-in” energy efficiency. The steps you take during construction can lead to a high level of comfort at a low cost. Although it may be more expensive to build an energy efficient home, you can typically recover the cost through energy savings.

Browse through our Existing Home Efficiency section before you decide on items for your new home. Many of the links provided in the Existing Home Efficiency section are also beneficial to the new home builder. The information on window types, insulation, and other materials is important to review before you begin construction.

$ensible Home

Sawnee EMC also offers assistance in building a more energy efficient home. Our Sensible Home Rebate is offered to members building a home to the standards set by Sawnee.

Click here for information about the $ensible Home Program.

Energy Efficient Construction Checklist
The steps you take while building your home can save money on future energy bills. The Department of Energy provides a checklist for building an energy efficient home.

Click here for more information.

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