ENERGY FEATURES

This house has won awards for energy efficiency and was filmed from construction start to finish.  It was even filmed by the Tokyo Broadcasting Corporation for a feature they did on energy conservation.

        *    WaterFurnace closed loop Geo-thermal Heat Pump with an SEER of 20 and C.0.P. of 5.75

        *    WaterFurnace dedicated water heater heat pump (integral water heater for on—demand hot water)C.0.P 3.8

        *    True South orientation

        *    ThermoMax solar water heating system (closed loop photovoltaic evacuated tube system)

        *    AirXchange Heat Recovery Ventilator for whole house ventilation

        *    Perimeter insulation (R-6)

        *    Owens-Corning R—21 Batts in exterior walls - total R—value, R—26

        *    Owens-Corning ceiling insulation R—40 (6” batts/9½ blown)

        *    DuPont Radiant Barrier

        *    Modified energy trusses (to allow greater depth of insulation around top plates)

        *    F’ Blue Dow Board under and around slab for insulation

        *    Soffit and gable ventilation

        *    Roll Vent low profile nylon ridge vent

        *    Air baffles installed at soffits for ventilation in attic

        *    Andersen tinted low E, argon gas filled Perma-Shield windows and french doors (20 year transferable warranty)

        *    All windows are Andersen Casement Window Walls designed to capture wind from any direction and direct it into the house

        *    All doors and windows are foamed in place from inside after being set and silicone sealed from outside

        *    All duct runs are in conditioned space

        *    6 millimeter polyethylene vapor barrier on all exterior walls and ceilings to prevent air infiltration

        *    All perimeter bottom plates sealed with sealer

        *    Energy seals (foam gaskets) on all plugs and switches

        *    Energy saver caps on all plugs

        *    All wire and pipe holes are foamed in place

        *    Dryer vent closure has floating shuttle built-in to allow warm air to escape while preventing outside air from entering

        *    Dampers on all bath vents

        *    Majestic energy efficient fireplace has outside air draw, blowers, and glass doors

        *    All sub-floor, and most interior walls, are insulated for sound and comfort level

        *    The garage is insulated and has finished walls and ceiling

        *    ThermoMax hot water storage tank, 80 gal, polyurethane foam lined

        *    Water heater timer

        *    Insulated water lines to and from dedicated water pump

        *    Insulated water lines to and from solar system

        *    5/8” wall Armaflex insulated hot water lines all directions from hot water storage tank to point of use

        *    Hunter ceiling fans in all bedrooms and great room

        *    Lightening arrestor installed in outside power panel

        *    Programmable time of day “start time” feature on Sears Kenmore top of the line appliances

        *    All copper wiring (all 12 gauge)

        *    Water saver toilets are used and flow restrictors installed on all faucets and shower heads

        *    Honeywell ‘Perfect Climate’ System (zoned heating and cooling)

        *    DuPont Tyvek air barrier (house wrap)

        *    Philips low watt lighting

        *    Honeywell No-Touch sensor controlled lighting

        *    Honeywell Trol-A-Temp Damper Control System

        *    Two T-8600 Honeywell Set Back Thermostats

        *    Honeywell electronic air cleaner

        *    Honeywell Radon Detector