Energy Star Homes Make a Big Difference
ENERGY STAR Movement Continues to Grow in Durham NC
ENERGY STAR qualified homes built in Durham NC in 2009 are the equivalent of:
- Eliminating emissions from 285 vehicles
- Saving 1,722,084 lbs of coal
- Planting 471 acres of trees
- Saving the environment 3,377,353 pounds of CO2
Looking for a home that makes a difference? Consider an ENERGY STAR home. An ENERGY STAR labeled home has been verified and checked, not just by the home builder, but by a licensed third party organization like Southern Energy Management.
1955 ENERGY STAR qualified homes have been built in Durham NC to date.
581 ENERGY STAR qualified homes were built in Durham NC in 2009.
The ENERGY STAR program continues to grow.
What is an ENERGY STAR home, and how does it save money and resources?
An ENERGY STAR home is independently certified by a third party inspection agency. The process starts with the blueprints. A complete energy analysis of the planned home is determined, and all necessary steps to increase energy efficiency are then incorporated. The home is inspected several times during the building process to ensure all work is to the highest standards.
What features are in an ENERGY STAR home in the Raleigh, NC area?
Superior Insulation Installation - Must be installed and rated at ENERGY STAR standards.
High Performance Windows - ENERGY STAR rated windows with a low-E coating.
Tighter Construction/Tighter Ducts - Advanced techniques are used to seal every part of the home, which also reduces noise, moisture, pollen, and dust.
Efficient Heating and Cooling - HVAC systems must be ENERGY STAR rated, and higher than normal performance systems may be required.
Complete Air Barrier - Tested using a field-verified blower test.
Interested in finding out more about other green building features and ideas?
Green Home Builders in North Carolina - Green Building Resources
Bayer MaterialScience High Performance Residential Program - Guaranteed Savings
Green Building - What's in a Green Home?
What Is Geothermal? Homes with Geothermal Heating and Cooling
Green Home Features Available in Raleigh
Finding Your New Home in the Raleigh Area
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Penny,
Recent advances in energy conservation in home construction, in just the last few years, are remarkable. Many of those advances provide a new home buyer with clear advantages over an existing home.
Steve
THere's so much more to look at than the cost of the mortgage. Monthly energy costs should be a big consideration for any potential homeowner.
There are lots of discounts and rebates available here for those who buy energy-wise homes and appliances.