EP7 Buying A Sustainable Home with David Mynott The WA Property Q&A

In this episode of the WA Property Q&A podcast, Peter is joined by sustainable home builder David Mynott to discuss the benefits of sustainable homes and what to consider when buying one in Western Australia.Key points in this discussion:* Is it worth investing in a sustainable home?* the challenges of convincing people to invest in sustainable home upgrades* proper insulation and ventilation in homes, to prevent heat loss and improve efficiency* common misconceptions about timber framed homes* the importance of proper orientation and window placement in home design to maximize natural light and energy efficiency* should real estate agents advertise energy ratings of homes they are selling? Chapters0:00:00 Introduction to WA Property Q&A Podcast0:02:13 Factors to Consider in a Sustainable Home0:10:09 Renovations for Energy Efficiency and Future Generations0:12:32 Comfort and Cost Savings in Sustainable Homes0:19:34 Timber Frame Homes in the 50s: Cold and Inefficient0:23:03 Addressing Misconceptions: Timber Frame Homes vs Double Brick Homes0:29:06 The Impact of Roofing Materials on Room Temperature0:33:29 The Importance of Energy Efficiency in Home Buying Decision0:38:31 Resale Value and Differentiation in Sustainable Home Design0:40:44 Real Estate Agents and the Future of Energy RatingsFollow us on Facebook and Instagram for more updates and information about the WA property market. Thank you for listening and we’ll see you next time.Visit our website: https://rezzi.com.au/Subscribe on these channels: Apple Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-wa-property-q-a/id1698464149Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/31Nnigbr2rHmUffkEUxRWYPodchaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/the-wa-property-qa-5401298