2006-06-29 04:52:10 · 6 answers · asked by bobby 1 in Home & Garden ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
I agree, hire a home inspector and have him check.
If it's a new or fairly new home, less than 20 years old or so, it will probably have been built to more energy-efficient codes.
The easiest things to check are windows and attic insulation. Most heat is lost thru the attic and the windows anyway. You want double-glazed windows at least, and 8-12 inches of insulation in the attic floor at least. (While you're at it make sure the attic has vents so that hot air and moisture can escape, or you'll have higher a/c bills.)
2006-06-29 06:33:49 · answer #1 · answered by AnOrdinaryGuy 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
That is when you hire a house inspector. Let them look over the house first (which you should always do before you buy...even for condos, etc.). Then they should be able to tell you how the insulation is. Good luck and hope you find your dream house! :) (your real-estate person can probably recommend an inspector for you)
2006-06-29 11:56:20 · answer #2 · answered by aloneinga 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Independent Home Inspector, you can usually find them in the yellow pages. A good inspector shoud take at least a couple hours. If they finish in an hour, they did not do a thorough job.
They will give you a list of what they found that need attention, you can use this list in negotiating the terms of the sale.
2006-07-01 09:50:42 · answer #3 · answered by Dave 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Check the windows for double glazing, see if the door is solid and not hollow, check attic insulation...
2006-06-29 11:55:55 · answer #4 · answered by Elite117 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Have the house inspected before you buy it. This is what everyone do.
2006-06-29 11:55:39 · answer #5 · answered by Evy 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you live in the U.S., it doesnt matter. Come this winter, 43% of America isnt going to be able to afford to hear their homes, especially if its gas heat. Thanks, Dubya.
-J.
2006-06-29 11:56:03 · answer #6 · answered by Jason 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋