We use Energy Star version 3.0 standards as the baseline for all of our new construction. All Energy Star homes are certified to use at least 15% less energy than a comparable home. By adding some of the features shown in the table below, we are able to build houses that actually produce more energy than they consume.
We also offer an array of choices that will allow you to build a Net-Zero home. Some examples are illustrated in the table below.
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| Foundation | Poured Concrete | Poured Concrete | Poured Concrete |
| Frame | 2×6 OVE | 2×6 OVE | Double wall OVE |
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| ***Slab | 1” XPS | 2” XPS | 4”XPS |
| ***Basement Walls | 1” XPS , 4”WSC | 2” XPS, 4”WSC | 2” XPS, 6” WSC |
| ***Walls | ½ XPS, 6” WSC | 1”XPS, 6” WSC | 1”CCF,11” Dense pac |
| ***Ceiling | 12” Cellulose | 14” Cellulose | 20” Cellulose |
| Windows | Jeld-Wen low e 366 | Serious 525 Series | Serious 925 Series |
| Exterior Doors | Therma-tru Steel | Therma-Tru fiberglass low e | Therma-tru w/ Serious glass, multipoint locks |
| Roof | 3 tab shingles | Fabral Grand -rib | Fabral 1.5 SSR |
| Exterior | Hardi- Composite cos | Hardi w/ FG Cedar, stone, stucco, Brick | |
| HVAC | 14 SEER Heat Pump+ Panasonic Wisper Green Fan | 16SEER Heat Pump+ Stirling ERV Fan | Geo-thermal + Stirling ERV |
For more information about these details, please contact us or see the information on the links page.