Las Vegas Cost Overview
Cost Index: 0.95-1.05 (near national average)
Desert Priorities:
- HVAC efficiency (extreme heat)
- Solar potential (excellent)
- Cool roofing
- Low water landscaping
- Pool maintenance
Beating the Heat
Vegas homes need:
- Oversized HVAC (2-stage or variable)
- Reflective/cool roofing
- Window tinting or films
- Proper insulation
- Smart thermostat