FOR THOSE LOOKING to get onto the property ladder, the amount of information out there can be overwhelming. As well as being extremely exciting, there’s a lot of new things to digest, paperwork to complete and hard work to carry out.
There are some basic rules that we can all follow to make buying a home easier. One of the most important is to make sure the house is future-proof. Future-proof doesn’t mean leaving space for a hovercraft – it’s all about ensuring the house you buy will keep you safe, warm and most importantly, happy, for years to come.
Glenveagh, one of Ireland’s leading home builders, provides energy-efficient and modern homes that integrate the latest technology throughout. These new builds boast a minimum A-rating on the BER scale and use sustainable materials, meaning they also help save you money in the long run.
Not to mention that the vast majority of them also qualify for the Help To Buy and First Home Scheme, so they’re perfectly suited for first-time buyers.
Let’s dive into the reasons why new builds are the best option for you on your home-buying journey and why a growing demand for energy efficiency is pushing buyers to new builds in large numbers.
Buying a new build can help you save money from your very first day through lower bills for utilities. Lower overheads means more money in your own pocket.
According to SEAI, a three-bed semi-detached house that is A-rated could save you up to 85% on your annual costs in comparison to an identically sized C2-rated home.
Essentially, new builds cost less to heat up and they stay warmer for longer.
This is down to a number of different factors. All new builds must have a Building Energy Rating (BER) of A2 or higher, which ensures a well-insulated home.
More modern and sustainable building materials, such as glazed windows, play their part in ensuring a high BER. All Glenveagh new builds come with underfloor, wall and attic insulation technology, meaning they perform to the highest standards thermally and ensure superior airtightness and indoor air quality.
Lastly, the only changes you’ll need to make to a new build (if there are any) are cosmetic. All their homes are turnkey, meaning you don’t have to worry about renovating a draughty home.
Glenveagh’s new builds come equipped with the latest technology, such as solar panels and heat pumps, both of which rely on renewable energy.
A heat pump costs a lot less to run than gas or oil, and is a far more efficient way to heat a home. It works by drawing heat from different sources, such as the air, water or the ground. The heat generated is then distributed throughout the home.
Advances in solar panel technology mean that they’re a great option for those looking to increase sustainability and save money. By capturing the natural light of the sun, photovoltaic panels offer an environmentally friendly way to power your TV, kettle or toaster.
The benefits of renewable energy are two-fold. Not only does it save you money as mentioned above, but it also helps the environment. Ireland is increasingly relying on renewable energy to power our daily lives and you can help this by purchasing a new build.
As well as building with more sustainable materials and methods, new builds embrace sustainability every step of the way. For Glenveagh, this means a focus on biodiversity and the lasting environmental impact of where they build their communities.
They pre-plan new developments to protect sensitive ecosystems and work with local authorities to design unit types and public spaces that cater to every demographic.
They also organise regular Planting Days and ESG initiatives within the local community and sew each new development with native Wildflower Seed as standard. This initiative will provide homeowners with self-sufficient and maintenance-free meadows for years to come.
40% of Ireland’s energy-related carbon emissions come from buildings. Purchasing a modern new build will go a long way to reducing your carbon footprint, meaning you’re doing your part for the environment.
New builds are all designed with your carbon footprint in mind. These modern homes rely on more sustainable technology to make a greener home.
Glenveagh prewire EV charging points into all their homes. The future of vehicles is electric and you can rest easy knowing you can easily install a home charger for your EV when the time comes or install it immediately if you’ve made the switch already.
A new build is a fantastic option for anyone looking for their forever home and with their energy efficiency and modern technology, it’s easy to see why buyers are turning to new builds in large numbers.
Visit Glenveagh to learn more about their upcoming communities and get one step closer to owning your dream home.
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