Simply stated, LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) has become the global gold standard for green building certification. Being the owner of a LEED certified property effectively means that you embrace environmentally responsible and healthy building practices.
In this issue, the LEED and Title 24 compliance experts and MEP engineering consultants at K2D will discussthe multitude of benefits you will enjoy when your home is LEED certified.
Is It Worth the Effort to Adopt LEED Certification for My Home?
While the thought of adopting and implementing a LEED certification process can seem daunting, remember that the professionals at K2D are here to provide expert advice and individualized service every step of the way.
It’s important to realize, though, that it is worth the effort to adopt LEED certification for your home. By committing yourself to LEED, your home will be healthier, will save you money, and appear to be more valuable than the competition if you’d like to move.
How Does LEED Certification Make My Home Healthier?
They are designed to make the most of fresh air indoors, and minimalize contact and exposure to pollutants and toxins in the air; hence, a LEED home will drastically increase your health.
Once LEED certified, your home will burn fewer fossil fuels, the ventilation will be enhanced, Radon will be kept at bay, and garage pollutants (exhaust, etc.) will be diminished.
How is LEED Cost Effective?
With emphasis on conserving water and energy, the monthly expenditure for LEED homes are typically lower than others, as everything is centered around efficiency and conserving resources.
How Will LEED Certification Increase My Home Value?
A recent study carried out by Build it Green and Pacific Gas and Electric Company confirmed that California green-based homes command and are returning greater value at the time of sale.
An earlier study carried in Washington, DC and highlighted in the Washington Post stated that the green premium in Washington was 3.46 percent and 6 percent in Austin, Texas.
To Learn More About Becoming LEED Certified, Contact the Leading MEP Engineering Consultants Today
At K2D we’ve got solutions to all of your LEED and Title 24 compliance questions. To schedule a consultation please contact K2D at 310.935.3773 or get in touch with us via email.
We are professional mechanical, electrical, and plumbing engineers providing energy conservation expertise to California, Arizona, Washington, Colorado, and Nevada.
