Top 5 Benefits of All-Electric Homes
The all-electric home first became a popular concept in postwar America. The idea of a home that was efficient and affordable seemed too good to be true – and at the time, it was. But in the decades since, the all-electric home has finally come to fruition.
These homes offer great benefits to Americans across the country, but are they right for your homebuyers? Here are just some of the benefits of all-electric homes.
- Greater Comfort for Less Cost
This was the main benefit touted by all-electric advocates in the 1950s. At that time, electricity experts claimed that all-electric homes would run on power that was “too cheap to meter,” offering everyone the opportunity to use nearly free electricity in their home. Today, electric appliances are cheaper to run than gas appliances, making all-electric homes a more cost-effective option for families on a budget.
- Better Indoor Air Quality
In the wake of COVID-19, the value and importance of indoor air quality are at the forefront of all our minds. Clean, filtered air is vital to our health and well-being, and it is also an effective preventative measure against viral transmission. All-electric homes use cleaner energy to run, helping improve the quality of the air people breathe every day.
- Higher Performance
In addition to the health benefits, families can reap from all-electric appliances, they can also enjoy greater performance from their household products. Electrical appliances tend to be more precise than gas appliances, offering the user greater control when cooking or washing clothes. And now, thanks to smartphones, homeowners can even control their electric appliances remotely.
- More Calm
In many households, getting a second of peace and quiet might seem like an impossible dream. But within an all-electric home, that dream just might become a reality for many homeowners. Electric appliances are notably quieter than their gas counterparts, providing superior efficiency and performance in a way that is a little more pleasant to the owner.
- A Cleaner Planet
Now, we come to the most important benefit of an all-electric home – they are Earth-friendly. As our planet is getting warmer and the climate continues to change, there is an opportunity to do our part to limit the carbon footprint of new homes simply by using electric appliances, water heaters, and HVAC. Using a heat pump or mini split can be a step towards creating a cleaner planet.
As California leads the U.S. towards a greener future, we are adopting a host of renewable energy sources, from wind and solar to geothermal and hydroelectric. Homebuilders can help further these efforts (and edge out the competition) by building the next generation of all-electric homes. With an all-electric home, we can eliminate dependence on fossil fuels like natural gas and do our part to contribute to a future based on clean energy – and that is a future that benefits us all.