# The Ultimate Energy-Efficient Home and How to Make Yours One > Smart homeowners know that the only way to achieve real savings is by investing in energy saving measures which will deliver an energy-efficient home. [![The Ultimate Energy-Efficient Home and How to Make Yours One](https://bc.rodenhiser.com/wp-content/uploads/r/energy-efficient-house-family.jpg)](http://shutterstock.com)Smart homeowners know that the only way to achieve real savings is by investing in [energy saving measures ](https://bc.rodenhiser.com/rodenhiser-blog/strategy-long-term-energy-savings-home.html)which will deliver an energy-efficient home. Here we look at two scenarios – the new build and the existing home. [![The Ultimate Energy-Efficient Home and How to Make Yours One](https://bc.rodenhiser.com/wp-content/uploads/r/energy-efficient-house-family.jpg)](http://shutterstock.com) ## New Build Options Starting with a clean slate and designing a new home offers the maximum potential in terms of freedom to develop an energy-efficient home. From the method of construction to the materials used and the renewable options available to power the home, the opportunities are virtually limitless. A properly designed zero carbon home incorporates the full range of energy saving measures available – top class insulation, specially sealed windows, super efficient heating and cooling systems, energy efficient landscaping and renewable resources . The real key to achieving an energy-efficient home is adopting a whole house approach. ## Options for the Existing Home Transforming your house into an energy-efficient home is possible if you take a methodical approach to assessing and addressing existing energy waste issues. Start off with a home energy [assessment](https://bc.rodenhiser.com/rodenhiser-blog/home-energy-audit-blower-door-test.html) to flag the main energy waste issues and help you formulate a plan of action. Each home is different but common recommendations include: - Sealing cracks especially around doors and windows which allow air leaks. Leaks allow unconditioned air in and conditioned air out, thereby overburdening the HVAC system. - Getting a trained air conditioning specialist to inspect and address leaky ductwork, which allows conditioned air into parts of the house you don’t need to heat or cool. - Investing in insulation especially in attics and other crawl spaces. Other practical measures include upgrading aging windows and [replacing](http://rodenhiser.com/air-conditioning-framingham/air-conditioning-newton.html) energy draining lighting and appliances with energy efficient alternatives. ## Need Help? Get help making sense of all the information available by talking to our team of heating and cooling experts. 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