"Living in a certified Zero Energy Ready Home has exceeded our expectations for energy efficiency, air quality and comfort — plus, it's a lovely place we are happy to call home! Our utility bills are significantly lower than before, even though we have 44% more space. In fact, while our old 2,500-square-foot house was on the market — and vacant — the electric bill was 20% higher than what we paid at the same time in our new — and occupied — 4,500-square-foot home. Isn't that remarkable? So while our power bill is lower, our comfort, our well-being and our quality of life are all much, much higher."