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"Building to code" sounds responsible. But when you look at 30 years of compounding energy costs?
It's the most expensive way to build a new home.

Energy costs have risen an average of 6.75% per year over the last 50 years and with AI data centers straining the grid, forecasts are pushing closer to 10%. Meanwhile, the net zero build costs has dropped.

In our Wealth Builders series we breaks down the full financial picture and built you two free calculators to run your own numbers:
→ The Energy ROI Calculator models what energy will actually cost you over 30 years
→ The Total Cost of Ownership Calculator factors in mortgage interest and shows what happens when you apply energy savings directly to principal

The payback period is shorter than most people expect. Run your numbers today. 👇
https://ecosmartstud.com/2026/05/18/building-to-current-energy-code-is-the-most-expensive-way-to-build-a-new-home/

Buyers are becoming more aware that the true cost of owning a home goes beyond the mortgage. Utility bills, energy performance, and long-term efficiency are becoming part of the conversation.

For builders, this is the opportunity to create homes that cost less to operate, deliver more long-term value, and stand out in a changing market.

Read more about what buyers are willing to pay: https://ecosmartstud.com/2026/05/15/what-buyers-are-willing-to-pay-for-a-home-with-low-or-no-utility-bills/

What Buyers Are Willing to Pay for a Home with Low or No Utility Bills - EcoSmart Stud The home buying conversation has changed. With energy costs rising significantly over...