How an Energy-Efficient Home Can Lower Your Summer Bills
How Energy-Efficient Homes Lower Your Summer Cooling Costs
Georgia summers are beautiful — but they’re also hot, humid, and notoriously expensive when it comes to cooling your home. For many families, staying comfortable can mean sky-high energy bills. But when you live in an energy-efficient new construction home, especially one built by Ernest Homes, you can enjoy a cool, comfortable space all summer long without the financial stress.
Energy efficiency isn’t just a bonus feature — it’s one of the smartest ways to ensure long-term comfort, lower utility bills, and a healthier home. Here’s how Ernest Homes builds every new home with summer savings in mind.
Why Older Homes Lose So Much Energy
Aging homes were never designed for today’s energy demands. Conditioned air can escape through unsealed cracks, outdated insulation, leaky windows, worn weatherstripping, and poorly sized HVAC equipment. Fixing these issues often requires:
- Costly energy audits
- Time-consuming sealing or caulking
- Replacing outdated insulation
- Installing new doors, windows, or HVAC systems
These repairs add up — in money, time, and effort. That’s why many buyers choose a new home in Savannah, where energy-efficient features are already built in.
Energy-Efficient Features Built Into Every Ernest Home
From the construction materials to the mechanical systems, Ernest Homes integrates advanced energy-saving features designed specifically for the intense Coastal Georgia climate.
✔ High-Efficiency HVAC Systems
Your heating and cooling system accounts for up to half of your home’s total energy use. Our high-efficiency units deliver:
- Precise temperature control
- Better air circulation
- Lower humidity — a must in Georgia summers
- Quieter, more efficient operation
Proper sizing is critical, and we ensure every system fits your home’s layout for ideal comfort and minimized waste.
✔ Preventing Air Loss
Even the best HVAC system can’t help if the cool air escapes. Ernest Homes incorporates multiple layers of protection to keep conditioned air where it belongs:
- Air sealing around floors, walls, windows, doors, and outlets
- Thicker exterior wall construction that holds more insulation
- Spray-foam ceiling insulation to reduce heat transfer from attics
✔ Low-E Windows & Glass Doors
Windows are one of the biggest culprits for heat gain. Our energy-efficient Low-E (low-emissivity) glass:
- Blocks harsh UV rays
- Reflects radiant heat away from your home
- Reduces fading on furniture and flooring
- Allows abundant natural light without added heat
These windows keep your home cooler in summer and warmer in winter — naturally.
✔ Smart Thermostat Technology
Modern thermostats automate your comfort by learning your schedule and adjusting temperatures accordingly. Benefits include:
- Optimized cooling efficiency
- Smoother system operation
- Lower energy waste when you're away
- Remote smartphone control
Small adjustments add up to major savings over time.
✔ Ceiling Fans That Work Smarter
Ceiling fans do more than circulate air — when used correctly, they can dramatically reduce cooling costs.
- Summer: Set fans to spin counterclockwise to push cool air down.
- Winter: Switch to clockwise rotation at low speed to circulate warm air.
These simple seasonal adjustments can reduce your energy use without sacrificing comfort.
Real Savings, Real Comfort — All Summer Long
Every Ernest home is built with Coastal Georgia’s climate in mind. From insulation to windows to mechanical systems, each feature works together to:
- Reduce your monthly energy bills
- Maintain consistent indoor temperatures
- Protect against humidity and heat intrusion
- Create a quieter, healthier, more comfortable environment
Whether you’re moving to Savannah, Richmond Hill, Guyton, or one of our other beautiful communities, you’ll enjoy a home designed for long-term efficiency and year-round comfort.
Explore Energy-Efficient New Homes in Savannah
If you're considering a new construction home and want to enjoy cooler summers with lower energy bills, Ernest Homes is here to help. Explore our available homes or browse our Coastal Georgia communities to find the perfect fit.
Have questions about energy-efficient building or want to schedule a tour? Contact us today — we’re ready to help you find a cooler, more efficient place to call home.
