Are you going to buy homes? Why not consider contributing towards healthy environment? Let me guide you to buying eco friendly homes.

The first thing you should consider is the locality. Is there any production unit that emits greenhouse gases? It is not necessary that going green should stop at your doorstep. There are websites from where you can get the information that how environment friendly your neighbor would be.
Inquire about the building materials used. Are they made from fire ash bricks? Cements that are obtained from a company who produce better cement? Ask about the paints also. Inquire about the VOC level in paints. Don’t forget to check the solvents and binders used.

Next check the roof. Are there skylights? If it is placed, check their disposition. Ideal skylight should be slanting in a 45º angle. Glasses are to be double glazed for better insulation. Check the insulation of the entire rooms. The bed room and the living room should be placed in the north-west side and in the south side; there should be bathrooms and the kitchen.

Enquire about the existence of rainwater harvesting system. Also look for the solar powered electricity equipments and solar water heating system. The inside lights should be CFL. A motion sensor for the electrical equipments is an advantage.