Green homebuilding is a practice of addressing the housing needs of our population as well as the earth's limited natural resources. Your home will be Energy Star Certified, which demonstrates your commitment to reducing energy costs and reducing your dependency on natural resources.

We hope you enjoy reading some of our Green Home Standards

Third Party Verification and Certification Testing Home

• Third Party Energy Star Certification with "HERS" Certificate at Completion
• Third Party Duct Leakage Test with a Performance of Less than 5% leakage
• Third Party Whole House Air Leakage Test with Less than 5 Air Changes per Hour at 50 Pascals
• Click here for a sample of a Government Issued Certificate.
• Click here for a sample of a Third Party Certificate.

Solar Panel Ready for Your Future Energy Needs

• Homes Designed with Conduits for Future Solar Panels
• Homes Designed with Space in Mechanical Room for Future Panel Expansion

Energy Star Certification Proves Your Home Cost Less to Operate!

• Home Energy Rating ("HERS") Certificate from RESNET Certified Inspector
• Air Duct Leakage Test Prove Minimal Air Leaks From Ducts
• Blower Door Test (whole house air leakage test) Proves Minimum Air Leaks From Home

Energy Efficient Thermal Barrier Reduces Your Utility Costs

• Spray insulation in exterior walls to achieve a R-value of "R15"
• Spray insulation in attic to achieve R38
• Seal Gaps and Penetrations in exterior walls
• Insulate Exterior Garage Walls
• Insulated Garage Door
• Dow Chemical's "Weathermate" house-wrap
• Fireplace Air Seal Package
• Double pane, Low-E , Argon Filled Windows

Energy Star Ventilation System Reduces Your Utility Costs and Increases Your Comfort

• Two or Three Zone Heating and Cooling System
• High Efficiency Lower Level Furnace
• High Efficiency Air Conditioners
• High Efficiency ductwork (R8)
• High Efficiency Programmable Thermostats
• High Efficiency Mastic Sealer Applied to Ductwork to Reduce Duct Leakage

Energy Star Appliances Reduces Your Utility Costs

• Rinnai Tankless Water Heater
• Energy Star Rated Appliances
• Energy Star Rated Lighting
• Energy Star Rated Furnace
• Energy Star Rated Air Condition Units
• Energy Star Rated Programmable Thermostat

Eco-Friendly Building Saves Your Environment

• Custom Crafted Homes Using Advanced Wood Systems Significantly Minimizes Waste
• Recycle Materials from Demolition
• Recycle Materials from New Construction
• Recycle Plan Posted at Jobsite
• Waste Management Plan Significantly Minimizes Impact on Environment
• High Efficiency Faucets, Showers and Commodes Reduces Water Consumption
• Additional Trees Planted to Sustain the Environment

Healthy Home Materials Increase Indoor Air Quality

• Low VOC (Volatile Organic Compound) Materials and Finishes Reduce Indoor Pollutants
• Advancements in Wood Construction & Engineering Reduces Moisture Exposure
• Moisture Resistant Sub-floors
• Spray Cellulose Insulation (not fiberglass) in Attic and Stud Walls
• Passive Radon System
• Fresh Air Intake
• Carbon Monoxide Detectors
• Smoke Detectors
• Cover Air Supplies and Returns During Construction
• Hardwood Flooring Throughout First Floor and Second Floor Hallway
• Moisture Resistant Cement Backer Board Behind Showers