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Building a Green Built ENERGY STAR ® home is not all that different from building any other home. There are many things that can make a home green but it all begins with design and planning. The materials used and the quality of the construction practices used in building a Green Built Home combine to ensure it is comfortable and energy-efficient.
The green aspects of a home will depend heavily on which certification is being met, but regardless of the specific certification, each home achieves its value through stringent adherence to reliable, well-established building practices and technologies.
Components may include:
- Efficient Heating and Cooling (HVAC)
Crucial to energy-efficiency and comfort, a number of factors can affect the proper functioning of an HVAC system. Proper equipment sizing, efficiency, airflow, refrigerant charge and ductwork are all factors.
- Improved Thermal Boundary
An effective thermal boundary maintains even temperatures between and across rooms inside the home. A well-sealed home with properly installed installation and efficient windows are key.
- Water Efficient Fixtures and Landscapes
- Durable Building Materials that are Healthy and made from Renewable Resources
- Disaster-resistant Materials and Home Design
- YOU - An Educated homeowner
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