Built Green®
In building a certified Built Green® home, your builder goes through a stringent check list in the selection of materials, design, and procedure choices that use less, contain recycled content, uses fewer toxic components during the manufacturing process, and last a Long Time.
See how the features of your future home contribute to the benefits that you will enjoy:
Features | Benefits | |
| Insulated concrete form (ICF) construction (exterior walls) creates a tightly sealed, well insulated building envelope. |  |
Durable, superior insulation, and 70% less wood consumption per home. Quiet, comfortable and less penetration of pollutants and noise. |
| ENERGY STAR® rated casement vinyl windows | |
Excellent structural and thermal qualities - seals tight! |
| ENERGY STAR® rated heat and air conditioner heat pump system with programmable thermostat. | |
Saves money on operating costs and rate hikes Will impact you less. |
| Energy recovery ventilator (E.R.V.) | |
You breathe fresher air and have minimal drafts with virtually little or no heat or energy loss. |
| ENERGY STAR® rated insulated duct sealing, tested by a third party. | |
Rest easy knowing that duct sealing was done right the first time! |
| ENERGY STAR® rated appliances | |
Use 10-15% less energy and water than standard models |
| Use of zero or low VOC paints and adhesives | |
Healthier indoor environment - less toxins in your home |
| Use of compact fluorescent light bulbs (CFL's) | |
Use about 75% less energy than standard incandescent bulbs and last up to 10 times longer |
