A Practical Guide to Building Your Passive House: the Best Energy Is the Energy You Don’t Need

Do you want to slash your energy bills to near-zero while creating a supremely comfortable home?This book follows my journey from dream to reality in building a passive house. As someone who’s lived this experience, I’ll show you why the most sustainable energy is the energy you never need to use.Forget the myths you’ve heard:Passive houses cost too much (they pay for themselves)You can’t open windows (you can, you just won’t need to)You need to wear warm clothes inside (I walk barefoot year-round)You can’t have a fireplace (you absolutely can)The ventilation creates drafts (proper design ensures comfort)Based on proven German engineering principles, I’ll show you what actually matters – from selecting the right property and architects to achieving that crucial airtight certification.You’ll learn why careful planning and quality control are non-negotiable, and how to avoid costly mistakes that could compromise your home’s performance.www.henryertner.com