Hello everyone,
During the planning phase of building a house, you inevitably come across forums about home construction and topics related to energy standards. I have already read several books and browsed various websites on the subject. I should mention that I am not a professional in this field. What I have noticed is that the entire topic of "economic / ecological home construction" is heavily influenced by commercial interests. The so-called "smart" consumer is often misled by marketing terms and a government-led campaign for "CO2-efficient building." Books or websites dealing with this subject often do not provide clear, comprehensive assessments.
In the "better" literature, insulation materials are compared in terms of insulation value and whether they are expensive or affordable. However, I still cannot determine what makes the most sense for my individual case. I simply do not want to spend excessive amounts of money, especially on things that do not add value, such as polystyrene insulation. If additional costs for a particular heating system are reasonable over a feasible period, then yes.
Our current goal is to build a simple single-family home with about 130 - 140 sqm (1400 - 1500 sq ft). The house should cost around €200,000 (without outdoor landscaping, floor coverings, land, or additional construction-related costs; our expectations are modest).
I am interested in knowing, based on the current state of technology, what is the most energy-efficient and cost-effective building option?
Energy-saving regulation / building standards according to KfW, yes or no, and if yes, which level?
Solid construction or prefabricated house?
Condensing boiler technology or heat pump?
Thank you very much for your answers!
Best regards
During the planning phase of building a house, you inevitably come across forums about home construction and topics related to energy standards. I have already read several books and browsed various websites on the subject. I should mention that I am not a professional in this field. What I have noticed is that the entire topic of "economic / ecological home construction" is heavily influenced by commercial interests. The so-called "smart" consumer is often misled by marketing terms and a government-led campaign for "CO2-efficient building." Books or websites dealing with this subject often do not provide clear, comprehensive assessments.
In the "better" literature, insulation materials are compared in terms of insulation value and whether they are expensive or affordable. However, I still cannot determine what makes the most sense for my individual case. I simply do not want to spend excessive amounts of money, especially on things that do not add value, such as polystyrene insulation. If additional costs for a particular heating system are reasonable over a feasible period, then yes.
Our current goal is to build a simple single-family home with about 130 - 140 sqm (1400 - 1500 sq ft). The house should cost around €200,000 (without outdoor landscaping, floor coverings, land, or additional construction-related costs; our expectations are modest).
I am interested in knowing, based on the current state of technology, what is the most energy-efficient and cost-effective building option?
Energy-saving regulation / building standards according to KfW, yes or no, and if yes, which level?
Solid construction or prefabricated house?
Condensing boiler technology or heat pump?
Thank you very much for your answers!
Best regards
W
winnetou787 Aug 2017 20:35That’s nonsense.
The company is currently building at least 7 houses in the new development area.
One of them is being built by an acquaintance; there were additional costs of about 5000 euros, for sockets, different tiles, and so on.
Otherwise, there is really a lot included.
But as usual, people are immediately treated as if they don’t understand.
The company reserved the plot of land included with the offer from the city.
The company is currently building at least 7 houses in the new development area.
One of them is being built by an acquaintance; there were additional costs of about 5000 euros, for sockets, different tiles, and so on.
Otherwise, there is really a lot included.
But as usual, people are immediately treated as if they don’t understand.
The company reserved the plot of land included with the offer from the city.
Marvinius II schrieb:
And after signing the contract, there are at least four more opportunities to spend extra money: 1) material selection appointment 2) groundwork 3) electrician and 4) tiler. [emoji1]Yes, but this can vary a lot. One general contractor has a showroom where they make a profit, another says tiles are included up to a price of 25€/m² (around $25 per sq ft) and you have to pick them at Harry’s Tile Market in Lübeck. One electrician deliberately offers only the ugly Busch-Jaeger switches, another provides four options to choose from. One plumber takes you to a bathroom exhibition, another says, “I’ll install a glass partition for €600 (about $650),” and when you ask which one, he replies, “I don’t know, I have to check, but it’s decent, we always use that one.” The smaller the companies, the more relaxed the selection process, I guess.
W
winnetou787 Aug 2017 20:36That’s nonsense.
The company is currently building at least 7 houses in the new development area.
One of them is being built by someone I know, and there was an additional cost of about 5000 EUR (approximately $5,400), for sockets, different tiles, etc.
Otherwise, there is really a lot included.
But as usual, people are made to look stupid again.
The company reserved the plot of land included with the offer from the city.
The company is currently building at least 7 houses in the new development area.
One of them is being built by someone I know, and there was an additional cost of about 5000 EUR (approximately $5,400), for sockets, different tiles, etc.
Otherwise, there is really a lot included.
But as usual, people are made to look stupid again.
The company reserved the plot of land included with the offer from the city.
W
winnetou787 Aug 2017 20:38Everyone here always acts so clever, incredible
winnetou78 schrieb:
Everyone here always acts so smart, unbelievable
Including you, right?
W
winnetou787 Aug 2017 20:44What does "Aha" mean again?
Is everything incorrect again?
Is everything incorrect again?
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