What Makes Our House Green?
Green Feature |
What It Means |
| Small Footprint | The house is 1,460 SF, with 3 bedrooms and 2.5 baths. The floorplan is open and livable for amount of space, but it is still smaller than the national average; the lot size, while spacious, is less that 1/3 acre, which is less than the national average well. Both these features reduce your carbon footprint. |
| Site selected is close to public transportation, community resources, and green spaces | Less dependence on personal vehicles; easy access to natural areas/parks. |
| Instant Hot Water Heaters | Limits water consumption and lowers water bills. |
| Indoor Ventilation System | Reduces allergens; provides optimum air quality; lowers medical costs. |
| Humidity Control System | Reduces the amount of mold-producing moisture; lowers medical costs. |
| Hardi-plank Siding | Lasts 50 years; is fireproof and durable in weather extremes; will not fade; provides superior insulation over vinyl; does not require deforestation. |
| Bamboo Flooring | Aside from adding exotic beauty, bamboo is a highly renewable material and does not require deforestation. |
| 8 Foot Ceilings and Superior Insulation | Our walls are packed with R-15 insulation, and our floors are insulated as well; this, along with standard 8- foot ceilings, increases energy efficiency and lowers heating and cooling costs. |
| Low-E Windows | Reflects heat in the summer and allows heat in the winter; increases energy efficiency and lowers heating and cooling costs. |
| Superior HVAC System | Tight ducts, superior air filtration, and energy efficiency keep costs low while improving air quality. |
| Superior Lighting | Compact fluorescent technology saves on utility costs and last 5 times as long as traditional incandescent lighting. |
| Energy Star Appliances | Use minimal amounts of water and energy and save on utility costs. |
| Low VOC Indoor Paint | Paints and finishes are one of the top contributors to indoor air toxins. Low VOC paints greatly reduce the amount of these toxins, improving your indoor air quality and reducing related medical expenses. |
| Extra Durability | Hardi-plank siding, 40-year architectural shingles, and a cement filled block foundation make this house extra durable, requiring less use of building materials in the future, which means extra savings for you. |
| Other Features | Granite Countertops; Natural Wood Cabinets; Natural Slate Tile in kitchen and baths; Stamped Concrete patio and driveway; and Craftsman Style architectural details. |