Lower Energy Usage... Improved Comfort... Quality Assurance
Our homes are designed and built for energy efficiency and have been independently inspected for quality and energy features. As a result, Energy Star homeowners may enjoy lower energy bills, more comfort quality construction, reduced maintenance and higher resale value and are contributing to a cleaner environment.
Energy Star homes is recognized by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Department of Energy (DOE) and is a voluntary program and includes the following standard features:
Engineered HVAC Design
Each floor plan's heating, ventilating, and air-conditioning (HVAC) system is designed by a registered mechanical engineer.
- More efficient heating and cooling systems mean greater comfort
- Evenly distributed air flows help mitigate the "too hot", "too cool" feeling
- Fewer maintenance problems associated with the heating and cooling equipment beacuse it is "right" sized
- A quieter home due to elimination of oversized equipment and undersized returns
Tight Ducts
HVAC ducts are sealed for optimum performance per rigid Energy Star protocols.
- Improved indoor air quality
- Less dust, pollen, and other pollutants
- Lower heating and cooling costs
- Consistent comfort level throughout the home
- Fewer drafts
Spectrally Selective Glass
High performance windows reduce energy loss, fabric fade, and energy bills.
- Reflects the sun's heat outside in the summer
- Reduces heat loss in the winter
- Blocks 76% of the infrared and ultraviolet solar energy that causes fabric fade
- Lets in nearly all visible sunlight without tint
- Reduces energy bills
Inspection and Diagnostics
Energy Star homes are inspected to ensure they comply with rigid standards
- Confirms that specified materials are installed
- Inspects quality of installations and assists builder in conforming to required protocols
- Ensures that the house performs as planned
- Documents energy upgrades, inspections and diagnostics, increased energy efficiency and energy savings
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