Will going eco add value to your home?

It was never my intention to buy an eco-friendly home. However, when I purchased my house, two years ago, it had solar panels on the roof, insulation built into its walls, underfloor heating and a range of features designed to reduce energy consumption. Indeed, there’s no doubt that my energy bills have been lower. I find I’m not turning the heating on as often, even when it’s freezing outside. I have been able to keep the thermostat on low. In square footage terms, it’s just a bit larger than my previous abode. Yet, the energy bills are half. 

The fact that energy efficient homes cost less to run should be reflected in the price. Except, in reality, that’s not the case. Location, square footage, garden size, where the sun rises and sets, off-street parking and all those other good features will have more influence in driving your home’s value.

Indeed, when I was looking for a new house, there were other factors that determined my selection.