David R. Roberts Builders, Inc.
6553 Bayfield, Kalamazoo, MI 49009-8082
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Why are ENERGY STAR® qualified homes better?
Affordable housing custom built just for you
Custom built homes on your lot or ours, your plan or ours using computer aided design
Member: Home Builders Association of Greater Kalamazoo, Michigan & National Association Phone: (269) 375-5094 Fax: (269) 375-1428
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David R. Roberts Builders, Inc. is proud to build 100% ENERGY STAR® qualified homes
Why are ENERGY STAR qualified homes better?
Quality assurance - Homes that have earned the ENERGY STAR are analyzed, inspected, and tested by an independent company.
Lower utility bills - Homes that have earned the ENERGY STAR are designed to save energy. Your utility bills will be lower than in standard homes.
Increased comfort - Homes that have earned the ENERGY STAR are built with Low-E windows to keep the summer heat out and to conserve on heat in the winter.
More affordable - Homes that have earned the ENERGY STAR give you greater buying power and lower utility bills.
Quieter and cleaner - Homes that have earned the ENERGY STAR are built better and tighter.
David R. Roberts Builders, Inc. ENERGY STAR qualified homes are at least 15 percent more energy efficient than homes built to the 2004 International Residential Code (IRC). Our homes earned the ENERGY STAR label and are verified to meet EPA's guidelines for energy efficiency.
Our ENERGY STAR qualified homes achieve energy savings through established, reliable building technologies. We work with Home Energy Raters to select from a number of features when planning and building homes and include the following.
1. Effective Insulation - Properly installed, climate-appropriate insulation in floors, walls, and attics ensures even temperatures throughout the house, less energy consumption, and increased comfort.
2. High-Performance Windows - Energy-efficient windows employ advanced technologies, such as protective coatings and improved frame assemblies, to help keep heat in during winter and out during summer. These windows also block damaging ultraviolet sunlight that can discolor carpets and furnishings.
3. Tight Construction and Ducts - Sealing holes and cracks in the home’s “envelope” and in duct systems helps reduce drafts, moisture, dust, pollen, and noise. A tightly sealed home improves comfort and indoor air quality while reducing utility bills.
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. Typically, energy-efficient equipment is also more durable and requires less maintenance than standard models.
5. Lighting and Appliances - 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, dish washers, and washing machines. These ENERGY STAR qualified products provide additional energy savings to the owner.
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 that the homes qualify as ENERGY STAR.
Benefits of ENERGY STAR Qualified New Homes
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.
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.
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