Record Heat in San Antonio
If you live in South Texas you know that it has been plain ole hot this past week with temperatures hitting record highs (a string of 103 days). We have also seen record amounts of rain in the Northeast while we are behind in our rain fall for the last couple of years. This kind of weather extremes are possibly a result of global warming. We do know as the earth warms there will be more and more extreme weather events.
What does that have to do with real estate? Look at your utility bill for the last month how much of an increase did you see. You can increase your comfort level and save on the utility bill by turning up your thermostat a few degrees and using fans to keep cool. This will also lower the demand for electricity and result in the utility not having to buy power from other suppliers’ keeping their cost down and our bills.
Also, any time you are considering a remodel or a new purchase look for the energy efficient solution. You can even apply this thinking to replacing appliance in the home, be sure to get Energy Star rated products.
Is your yard turning brown? Now is the time to rethink the type of grass that you have! Maybe you want to look at an alternative landscaping scene. One type of grass I like is Bermuda grass, it will turn brown when it does not get water but it will come back at the first substantial rain.
Energy efficient is good, green is better! Thinking of buying a home, talk to an Ecobroker® and make an informed decision. 210-316-4555