Build It Smarter: How Texas Homeowners Can Cut Energy Bills with Design
In Texas, where the sun bakes rooftops and AC units grind away most of the year, energy bills can feel like a second mortgage. But what if your home's very architecture could do the heavy lifting in keeping it cool — and your wallet full? As a plumber who's worked alongside HVAC crews, general contractors, and homeowners for over two decades, I’ve seen firsthand how smart design trumps brute-force cooling every time.
Forget gimmicky gadgets or expensive tech for a moment. Let’s talk fundamentals: orientation, insulation, windows, materials — the bones of your home. Get those right, and you won’t need to run your HVAC system into the ground.
In this article, I’ll break down key architectural strategies that help Texas homeowners optimize energy use, save money, and keep their homes comfortable — even when it’s 105°F outside....
