All Entries in the "Dawson County" Category
Haven Properties Energy Tip: Easing the Transition from the Incandescent Light Bulb
On December 18, 2007, the U.S. Congress passed an energy bill that, among other things, phases out the incandescent light bulb – the traditional bulb designed by Thomas Edison. In the coming years, all of us will begin using compact fluorescent bulbs (CFLs). Of course, Haven Properties has been suggesting the use of these energy [...]
Haven Properties Energy Tip: Saving in Your Kitchen
Over the past few months, Haven Properties has shown you how to save energy and money in your living areas ($215), bathroom ($145), laundry room ($74) and basement or utility room ($36). (links to past blogs) With an additional $35 recovered in your kitchen, you will have set yourself up to save $500 in energy [...]
Haven Properties Makes it Easy to Judge Livability
Recognizing that women are making or serving as the primary influencer in 91 percent of new home purchases (according to Smith-Dahlmer, 2006), Haven Properties is taking the steps to help potential buyers judge homes for ease of living in a glance. Women are spending a great deal of time shopping for new homes on-line and [...]
Special financing for green homes
The National Association of Home Builders has compiled a web page with links to information on special financing and rebates for builders and buyers of green homes. From explanations of EEMs (Energy Efficient Mortgages) to a database of state incentives, the site is a good resource for maximizing your dollars when you’re building or buying [...]
Haven Properties wins another EarthCraft Award
Southface Institute and the Greater Atlanta Home Builders Association yesterday gave Alpharetta, Ga.-based Haven Properties the Accolade Award as an EarthCraft builder that received national recognition outside of the EarthCraft program. Haven Properties has achieved Energy Star recognition each of the last three years.
Haven Properties builds every home to meet or exceed EarthCraft and Energy [...]
