About
Net Zero Home Plan has developed their range of affordable eco sourced and sustainable friendly homes. Here are just some of our features:
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Passive Home Design that uses far less energy (50% less)
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Use re-cycled and sustainably sourced materials
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Zero carbon footprint
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Uses over 33% less materials than a normal house, but much stronger, impact and hurricane resistant (designed to withstand 170mph wind loads)
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Can be totally Off Grid with solar panels, battery back-up and storage
Light gage
Metal stud framing
Our Goal
Net Zero Home Plan has as its main goal to provide all these things in a way that meets family’s needs and is truly affordable (less than $200,000 total construction cost!). Using this system our houses can literally be built anywhere from the equator to the poles and in every country in the world and they will always perform to meet every design feature. They can be adapted to all ground conditions. They use easily sourced and readily available materials. They use simple, but tried and tested construction methodologies that do not need special equipment or techniques.
In order to make these designs accessible worldwide Net Zero Home Plan has made them fully compliant with the International Residential Code (IRC) – the gold standard used universally for residential construction.
FAQ
Can I build your plans anywhere?
Absolutely. By using passive design principles these houses operate efficiently on the equator to the poles. They also meet the latest International Building Codes, so they can be built practically anywhere in the entire world.
Is this technology tried and tested?
The system uses everyday products that are accessible everywhere. It relies on tried and tested materials that have a long history of testing, certifications and known attributes. If you chose the option of using ferrocement – this form of concrete was first produced in 1932 and is used extensively throughout the world.
How much will it cost to build a home?
House construction costs are dependent on where the house is built; the level of finishes selected like countertops, flooring, plumbing and kitchen appliances, molding and trim; size and complexity of the home; and the cost of the land. The home plans being offered have been constructed in Florida with construction only costs of between $150,000 - $200,000 (using 2023 pricing).
Is my credit card information secure?
Yes. We do not store your credit card information on our servers. We use industry standard encryption to send your credit card information to our PCI compliant gateway processor.
What happens if I purchase?
After placing your order you'll receive an email confirmation from Net Zero House Plans with shipping or downloading information.
How is the total living square footage determined?
Total living square footage includes only the heated/air conditioned area of the house and does not include the garage, porch or lanai areas. All areas are shown on the website.
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