Green Renovation — Why Should I Bother?
Green building is a trend that is rapidly gathering steam, but that won’t stop they naysayers and ne’er-do-wells out there from claiming it is a waste of time, energy, and money. So, how do you approach the concept of renovating green for the folks that are not into environmental responsibility? I always start with economics and lead into health.
Renovating green provides the following pocket book affecting benefits:
- Lowered ongoing operating costs in the form of monthly savings on your energy bills
- Marketability at the time of resell
Both of those aspects can put a chunk of change in your pocket. Those aren’t the only two benefits outside of saving the planet though, your health is also benefited from renovating green. In fact, it is proven that alternative paint and floor finishes are less toxic at application & over time for those who are sensitive to chemical particles, dust, or other materials. A cleaner, healthier environment will reduce your medical bills. This is especially true of childhood asthma, many parents will be more than happy to tell you they have greatly reduced the symptoms of asthma in their children by using the proper building materials and providing the proper ventilation.
It is time for you to start studying how renovating green will affect you.
Jonathan Blackwell
404-551-3845
It’s true - it’s all in how you approach it. One of the biggest problems is the term “green.” It has such a stigma attached to it that it turns people off. Hopefully, they’ll eventually realize it before it’s too late.
Many of them won’t realize or care until it hits them in the pocketbook, they have a sick child or they see the green house down the road sell faster and and for more money than theirs did.
Jonathan Blackwell
404-551-3845