Energy-efficient home: what it is and how to build it in 2021

 

 

 Today, you can hear more and more about energy efficient homes. But are such structures suitable for our latitudes? Are they warm and will they withstand the January frosts, moisture or a thick ball of snow on the roof?

An energy-saving house means minimal heating costs, low operating costs, environmental friendliness and fast construction times. But at the same time, this is a higher cost of construction in comparison with other types of structures.

What other pros and cons these structures have - we will consider in our article.
About an energy efficient home in simple words

Energy-efficient cottages with large panoramic windows, eco-minimalism, competent distribution of space and a minimum of heating costs are common in modern European architecture. In our country, more and more construction companies are also offering their clients the construction of a private energy efficient house.

An energy efficient home can withstand temperatures down to -40 degrees below zero, and at the same time may not require heating funds. In such houses, the underfloor heating system is very popular. Moreover, it is also aesthetically pleasing. After all, you will not see any protruding pipes or bulky batteries in the house.

Huge panoramic windows, which are used in the construction of energy-efficient houses, are incredibly warm and reliable. Considering this, it is possible to install two - or three-chamber double-glazed windows from floor to ceiling.

Many are worried about the issue of communal services, in particular, heating fees. It is known that the results of the thermal audit of most residential buildings at the end of the 20th century are disappointing - the costs of heating and insulation of buildings are very high. But for an energy-efficient housing with an area of ​​150 m2 in winter, a communal apartment will be two, or even three times lower than for an ordinary house. For this quadrature, one autonomous unit or fireplace stove may also be sufficient.

Heat loss of a building with a self-supporting insulated roof is about 3-5 degrees per day. Houses with truss roofs are about 15 degrees. And a frame wall 15 cm thick in terms of thermal insulation corresponds to a brick wall 1.5 meters thick. In total, the house is a kind of thermos that is not afraid of low temperatures, wind, snow and rain.

If you want to make your home even more profitable, you can install a solar panel on the roof.
Technologies for building an energy efficient home

SIP panels are the most popular material for building an energy efficient home. They are comfortable, have an impressive service life (up to 80-100 years) and allow you to build a full-fledged energy-efficient cottage in a few months.

The basis of the SIP-panel is the OSB-plate, made from multilayer laid and compacted chips. Most often used aspen or pine chips. The structure is treated with a special water-repellent solution. The interlayer between two OSB boards is light and warm expanded polystyrene.

Despite the wood and synthetic components, SIP panels are fire resistant. During fires and emergencies, the material can withstand high temperatures for an hour and not ignite. Environmentally friendly material does not emit toxic substances even during combustion.

In addition to SIP panels, you can use huge panoramic double-glazed windows, warm energy-saving windows and doors. But at the same time, it is important to focus on a proven and reliable manufacturer.

Ventilation with recuperation, air permeability and prevention of thermal bridges (weak points in the building envelope) are also important nuances in the process of building an energy efficient home. Today, it is very common to see energy efficient houses in the form of a cube or sphere. The simpler the shape of the structure and the fewer corridors, partitions and walls inside, the warmer the house will be.

The big advantages of panel construction are the possibility of building a lightweight type of foundation and relatively low labor and time costs. SIP-house needs additional decorative finishing of the facade. But even if all the additional costs are taken into account, the house will still be profitable. In the future, you can save a considerable amount on heating your home.
"ServiceBud" - turnkey energy-saving house

The ServiceBud company is engaged in the design and construction of energy efficient buildings. We embody author's projects into reality, offer ready-made options and carry out all types of work - from building a foundation to finishing a finished house.

We build energy efficient houses in accordance with European standards, install warm windows, correctly calculate the canopies so as not to shade the sun, use frost-resistant building materials and minimize heat loss through the installation gaps.

If you have any questions or need advice from a specialist in the construction industry, fill out the form on the company's website. Our engineer will contact you shortly and provide you with advice.