Today we’re announcing our continued commitment to build and label our homes to meet the new and more rigorous Version 3 ENERGY STAR requirements set by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) for 2012. We have been an industry leader since day one and built over 1,670 new homes that have earned EPA’s ENERGY STAR to date – more than any other Colorado home builder. As a result of our commitment to Energy Star, we are building our homes with upgrades such as Indoor Air PLUS and advanced lighting packages, something that you won’t find in other new homes.
“We’re proud to be making a commitment to continue building ENERGY STAR qualified homes in 2012,” states David Ware, president of McStain Neighborhoods. “By stepping up to the new requirements, we’re going to be offering customers state-of-the-art performance in our homes with a comprehensive package of features that deliver greater value, quality, and comfort than ever before.”
Homes built to the new, more rigorous Version 3 requirements will be at least 15% more energy efficient than homes built to the 2009 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC), and will include additional features to give them a performance edge of 20-30% compared to typical new homes and even more when measured against most re-sale homes on the market today.
ENERGY STAR qualified homes that earn the label in 2012 will be built with a comprehensive, building science-based approach that features:
A detailed package of home envelope air sealing, properly installed insulation, and high-performance windows to deliver comfort, durability, and lower utility bills.
- A high-efficiency heating, cooling, and ventilation system designed and installed for optimal performance.
- A complete water and moisture management package to protect roofs, walls, and foundations.
- ENERGY STAR certified lighting and appliances that help reduce monthly utility bills.
- Third-party verification, with independent inspections and testing by a certified Home Energy Rater.
For more information on the new Version 3 ENERGY STAR program, visit http://www.energystar.gov.
