New Engineered Wood Products replace conventional lumber, provide higher strength and greater stability over longer spans. These products use 30% more of each tree, and can resist shrinking, twisting and warping.
Energy Efficient Windows Low-E windows prevent heat and ultra-violet (UV) rays from passing through the glass, which can help keep homes cooler in the summer and warmer in the winter.
Fiber Cement Siding Low maintenance composite siding is resource efficient, is made of recycled content and can carry a 50-year transferable limited warranty.
High-efficiency Furnace and Sealed Ducts Efficient furnaces, programmable thermostats and properly sealed ducts can ensure optimum efficiency and reduce heat loss.
Water Conscious Landscaping Professionaly designed and planted yards have draught-resistant shrubs, ground coverings and trees that use less water.
Resource-Conserving Fixtures and Appliances Low-flow fixtures conserve water, and Energy Star® approved home appliances, like dishwashers and clothes washers, can reduce utility costs.
Ceiling Fan Outlets Fans can reduce the need for air conditioning in the hot summer months and improve air quality by circulating air in and between rooms.
Environmentally-friendly Flooring Recycled content carpet, cork and other alternative flooring options are available.
Energy Efficient Lighting Efficient lighting uses significantly less energy. For example, a compact fluorescent bulb uses up to 75% less energy than an ordinary light bulb and lasts between 7 to 10 times longer.
Low or no-VOC Paints and Finishes New Low and no-VOC (volatile organic compound) paints reduce the emission of potentially harmful pollutants and can improve indoor air quality and human health.
Construction Recycling Recycling construction waste and purchasing recycled content products reduces landfill deposits, increases efficiencies and helps place recycled waste back in the manufacturing stream.
