Energy Efficient Building
Environmentally Responsible
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Not all homes are built alike. Not even brand new homes. So, we dare you to compare! All New Tradition Homes are ENERGY STAR® and Built Green® Certified to be at least 15% More Energy Efficient than a new home built to meet the Washington State Energy Code for 2011!
True Energy Efficiency
Features
- Rinnai® Tankless Water Heater
- 95% High Efficiency Trane® Gas Furnace
- R-49 Attic Insulation
- ENERGY STAR® Windows with .28 U-Value Glass
- ENERGY STAR® 100% Fluorescent Lighting Package
- ENERGY STAR® Rated Dishwasher
- Gas Fireplace w/Electronic Ignition
- Mastic sealed Air Ducts
Benefits
- Endless hot water and higher energy savings
- Exceptional comfort for less money
- Reduces heating or cooling loss through attic
- Heat stays in during winter, out in summer
- Consumes significantly less energy; light bulbs last longer
- Clean dishes using less energy and water
- Gas is not wasted by a burning pilot light
- Lowers utility costs by not heating and cooling the attic and crawlspace
Healthier Indoor Air
Features
- GREENGUARD® Certified EcoBatt™ Insulation
- 4" High Efficiency Air Filter
- Motorized Mechanical Fresh Air system
- Air Transfer Vent in Bedrooms
- ENERGY STAR® Low-sone Bath/Laundry Fans
- All Low-VOC Paints
- Sealed Combustion Fireplace & Furnace
Benefits
- No off-gassing of petroleum-based products
- Superior filtration of dust, pollen, and particles
- Brings fresh filtered air in and exhausts stale air
- Rooms will still have fresh air exchange when doors are close
- Fans are much quieter and more effective
- Less odors and off-gassing from paints
- Eliminates chance of carbon monoxide in the home
Air And Water Tight Construction
Features
- All Wall Penetrations sealed to ENERGY STAR® standards
- Tyvek® Weatherization system w/ 10 year Warranty
- Sealed Walls Dividing House and Garage
- Trained and Certified House Weatherization Team
Benefits
- Keeps heated/cooled air inside the home
- Acts like a windbreaker for your house, keeping rain and wind out
- Prevents pollutants from entering into the home from the garage
- Minimizes potential for air or water to enter the home
Performance Tested (By A Third Party)
Features
- Blower Door Test
- Duct Tightness Testing
- Complete system Analysis
- Moisture Testing Before Drywall is Hung
Benefits
- Test proves heated/cooled air stays in home
- standard ducts lose up to 30% heated/cooled air; ours reduce it to less than 6%
- Proves your home is more efficient and comfortable
- Ensures no excess moisture is in your walls
Environmental Responsibility
Features
- Native NW Landscaping
- Rain Bird® Rain sensor on sprinkler system
- GREENGUARD® Certified EcoBatt™ Insulation
- GREENGUARD® Certified Laminate Countertops
- Water-Conserving 1.5 GPM Bath & shower Faucets
- Construction Lumber Waste is Recycled
- Improved Framing Techniques
- Minimum 40% Recycled Content Roofing
- Concrete Contains Fly Ash (by-product of burning coal)
Benefits
- Disease resistance, less maintenance, and lower water needs
- Automatic shut-off prevents over-watering
- Made from rapidly renewable organic materials
- Less off-gassing and safer for the environment
- Water conservation and lower water bills
- Helps the environment...and our next generation
- Saves wood and ensures more insulation in walls
- Environmentally responsible
- Strengthens concrete and recycles waste
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