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 Perry
Hall Homes now offers energy-efficient
homes in many of our communities,
just look for the ENERGY STAR®
label to find qualifying homes.
Perry Hall Homes ENERGY STAR qualified
homes are at least 15 percent
more energy efficient than homes
built to the 2004 International
Residential Code (IRC). Many of
our homes have earned the ENERGY
STAR label and are verified to
meet EPA's guidelines for energy
efficiency. Our ENERGY STAR qualified
homes achieve energy savings by
using quality materials, proven
building techniques, and reliable
building partners.
PEACE OF
MIND
Home buying is complex enough
without having to know all the
details of energy-efficient construction.
Instead, look for the government-backed
ENERGY STAR label to easily identify
homes that are truly energy efficient.
Find the house of your dreams
and enjoy peace of mind knowing
that it also meets strict energy
efficiency guidelines.
LOWER OWNERSHIP
COST
Compared with standard homes,
ENERGY STAR qualified homes use
substantially less energy for
heating, cooling, and water heating-delivering
$200 to $400 in annual savings.
Over the average 7 to 8 years
you may live in your home, this
adds up to thousands of dollars
saved on utility bills. Additional
savings on maintenance can also
be substantial. Financing your
home purchase using an energy
efficient mortgage can also lead
to savings.
BETTER
PERFORMANCE
Properly installed energy-efficient
improvements deliver better protection
against cold, heat, drafts, moisture,
pollution, and noise. An energy-efficient
home helps ensure consistent temperatures
between and across rooms, improved
indoor air quality, and greater
durability.
SMART
INVESTMENT
To date, close to 3,500 home builders
have partnered with EPA to construct
more than 750,000 ENERGY STAR
qualified homes. By the end of
the decade, more than 2 million
homes are expected to earn the
ENERGY STAR. The trend is clear.
By choosing a home with the ENERGY
STAR label, you can be confident
that it will have an increasingly
valued feature when the time comes
to sell.
ENVIRONMENTAL
PROTECTION
Did you know that your home can
be a greater source of pollution
than your car? In fact, 16 percent
of U.S. greenhouse gas emissions
are generated from the energy
used in houses nationwide.
Energy used in our homes often
comes from the burning of fossil
fuels at power plants, which contributes
to smog, acid rain, and global
warming. Simply put, the less
energy we use in our homes, the
less air pollution we generate.
1. Effective
Insulation
Properly installed and inspected
insulation in floors, walls, and
attics ensures even temperatures
throughout the house, reduced
energy use, and increased comfort.
Learn more about Properly Installed
Insulation
2. High-Performance
Windows
Energy-efficient windows employ
advanced technologies, such as
protective coatings and improved
frames, to help keep heat in during
winter and out during summer.
These windows also block damaging
ultraviolet sunlight that can
discolor carpets and furnishings.
Learn more about Qualified Windows
3. Tight Construction
and Ducts
Sealing holes and cracks in the
home's "envelope" and
in heating and cooling duct systems
helps reduce drafts, moisture,
dust, pollen, and noise. A tightly
sealed home improves comfort and
indoor air quality while reducing
utility and maintenance. Learn
more about Efficient Duct Systems
4. Efficient
Heating and Cooling Equipment
In addition to using less energy
to operate, energy-efficient heating
and cooling systems can be quieter,
reduce indoor humidity, and improve
the overall comfort of the home.
When properly installed into a
tightly sealed home, this equipment
won't have to work so hard to
heat and cool the home. Learn
more about:
5. Efficient
Products
ENERGY STAR qualified homes may
also be equipped with ENERGY STAR
qualified products — lighting
fixtures, compact fluorescent
bulbs, ventilation fans, and appliances,
such as refrigerators, dishwashers,
and washing machines. Learn more
about ENERGY STAR qualified products:
6. Third-Party
Verification
With the help of independent Home
Energy Raters, ENERGY STAR builder
partners choose the most appropriate
energy-saving features for their
homes. Additionally, raters conduct
onsite testing and inspections
to verify the energy efficiency
measures, as well as insulation,
air tightness, and duct sealing
details. Learn more about Independent
Inspection and Testing
*Contact
a New Home Specialist
for more deatails and qualifying
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