Does it cost more for green home remodeling and additions?
Not with a balanced approach to green. If you want to go LEED platinum, then these will cost you more. But even so, a 2007 study showed that consumers tend to over estimate the cost of green. In fact, even if you do go all out, the cost is only 5% more in construction costs. But whether you go LEED platinum or gold, your green home remodeling and addition has to make sense for you and your family. Experienced green contractors, such as Green Planet Building in Los Angeles, say they like to take a balanced approach to green, focusing on health and energy efficiency, while staying within your budget—green or not. Of course, keep in mind that energy efficiency pays for itself over time and green homes are more attractive in tight real estate markets.
