When you are thinking of buying a home, there are many details to take into account: location, size, distribution… But there is one that often goes unnoticed and yet says a lot about the home you are choosing: the energy efficiency certificate.
In Myramar developments, many homes have a B energy rating, and that is no coincidence. It is a clear sign of commitment to sustainability, savings and above all, with your comfort. But what exactly does this mean?
Energy efficiency certificate
The energy efficiency certificate is an official document that measures how efficient a house is in terms of energy consumption. It is similar to the labeling we see on household appliances: it ranges from A (most efficient) to G (least efficient).
In Spain to sell or rent a house, this certificate is mandatory, and is valid for 10 years. But beyond the obligatory nature, what is interesting is what it tells us about the house: whether it retains heat in winter, whether it stays cool in summer, whether it consumes too much or too little energy to be at a good temperature, etc.
What does a B rating mean?
A home with a B energy efficiency rating is a home that consumes little energy compared to most of properties on the market. Although it does not reach the A rating, which is reserved for buildings with highly advanced technical solutions or passive houses, the B rating is still in the upper range and already guarantees very good efficiency.
This has clear benefits for you as a future owner:
- Lower energy costs, as it needs less heating in winter and less air conditioning in summer.
- More stable thermal comfort throughout the year, which improves your quality of life.
- Economic savings, since consumption is reduced and so do the invoices.
- Reducing emissions, something that more and more people value as environmental responsibility.
- Higher long term value, because efficient homes are more attractive for sale or rent.
Keep in mind the energy efficiency certificate B as a buyer
Sometimes it seems that talking about energy efficiency is just about numbers or sustainability, but it’s really about your day to day life.
Una vivienda con calificación B no solo te permite ahorrar cada mes en tus facturas, sino que también te ofrece un hogar más cómodo, más moderno y más preparado para el futuro. No solo tendrás una vivienda con menor mantenimiento, porque los sistemas son más duraderos y eficientes.
A B-rated home not only saves you money each month on your bills, but also provides you with a more comfortable, modern and future-proof home. Not only will you have a lower maintenance home, as the systems are more durable and efficient.
Además, tu casa se revaloriza con el tiempo gracias a la alta demanda de viviendas eficientes. Si decides alquilar o vender, será más atractiva para otros por el ahorro que ofrece y la calidad de vida que garantiza. Y algo importante: contribuyes a un modelo de vivienda más responsable con el planeta, sin renunciar al confort.
In addition, your home increases in value over time thanks to the high demand for efficient housing. If you decide to rent or sell, it will be more attractive to others because of the savings it offers and the quality of life it guarantees. And something important: you contribute to a housing model that is environmentally responsible, without sacrificing comfort.
How do Myramar homes achieve this qualification?
En Myramar, no se llega a la calificación B por casualidad. Detrás hay un trabajo técnico y de diseño muy cuidado, que busca unir calidad, sostenibilidad y bienestar. Se realiza a travès de:
At Myramar, the B rating is not achieved by chance. Behind it there is a very careful technical and design work, which seeks to combine quality, sustainability and well being. This is done through:
- Good thermal insulation, in facades as well as in roofs and windows. This prevents temperature losses and improves efficiency without you noticing it, beyond comfort.
- Efficient air conditioning systems, such as aerothermal or heat pumps, which consume less and perform better.
- Use of natural light, thanks to a layout designed to reduce the use of artificial light.
- Cross ventilation and strategic orientation, that allow to cool the house in a natural way.
- Use of renewable energies, such as solar panels, aerothermal energy for domestic hot water production, among other things.
- Low consumption appliances, already included in the kitchens of our promotions.
Every detail, from the construction materials to the building design, has been chosen to ensure that the complex functions efficiently and and beneficial to whoever lives there.
Choosing one of Myramar developments with energy efficiency rating B is not only choosing a well built home. It is betting on a better, more comfortable, economical and sustainable way of living. It is knowing that behind all this there is a developer that does not stop at the basics, but seeks to go beyond in quality, design and environmental commitment. Contact us.