Energy Star certified with 48% total energy savings
New homes that meet strict guidelines for energy efficiency can qualify for Energy Star certification. An Energy Star qualified home uses less energy than standard homes that only meet code requirements. This home has greatly surpassed the minimum guidelines with an HERS rating of 52, which means that it represents 48% total energy savings compared to a house that only meets code requirements. The bare minimum to meet Energy Star requirements is %15 energy savings.
Many factors affect a home's energy efficiency. The most significant factors affecting this property's uniquely high Energy Star rating are:
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Extremely well insulated walls
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Efficient HVAC equipment
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Energy Recovery Ventilation system
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High efficiency windows and doors
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Overall tight construction
View the Energy Star certificate and a letter from the certifying rater explaining this home's energy rating:
With the Vantage home automation and lighting system, every light switch is dimmable and can be custom programmed to control single, multiple or every light fixture in the home. The "party mode" setting on a single switch can set the right mood with the press of a button. The invaluable "all off" switch will make sure you never have to wander the house again looking for lights to turn off.
Remote access from an offsite computer or cellphone allows control of not just lighting, but also temperature control and the energy recovery ventilation system. Use remote access to turn on air conditioning units an hour before your arrival, or to turn off all house lights if you forgot to do so after leaving.
Elevator
The 900 LB capacity 4 stop elevator travels between the basement and the 3rd floor.
The elevator is an invaluable feature when it comes to moving heavy items around the house and to the storage area on the 3rd floor. The elevator is also wheelchair accessible allowing a handicap person to move freely around the house.
First Floor Guest Suite
This guest suite is also wheelchair accessible (bathroom included) and has its own patio and entry door. This could be an ideal feature for an elderly relative or a practitioner that needs to see clients/patients at home.
Cummins-Onan 200 amp generator
This is the top of the line brand generator and will automatically restore your power within 10 seconds from grid power interruption. It will keep all your refrigeration units running (11 in total), the heating system and most of the rest of the house. The generator is propane operated, water cooled and has a 1000gal underground propane tank that may last for over 2 weeks of continuous operation.