Hutter Homes are ENERGY STAR homes! Why is this important? Because It saves you, the home owner, money. Utility costs are lower from day one. And why does Hutter Homes want to save you money? Because we care about our customers and the long-term relationships we build. Most of our work comes by referral of satisfied customers! Our ENERGY STAR partnership is just one more reason to choose Hutter Homes for your new home!
“Do energy-efficient homes look different?
No, builders and developers constructing ENERGY STAR qualified new homes do not have to alter their architectural designs. An ENERGY STAR qualified new home can be built in whatever style the consumer prefers or is most popular in a particular geographic region.
Does an energy-efficient home cost more?
No. An ENERGY STAR qualified new home actually costs less because you will spend less on your new home’s utility bill each month. These energy savings can more than offset any increase in mortgage payments needed for the improved energy features and can result in a positive monthly cash flow. Further, ENERGY STAR financing partners offer special mortgage packages for buyers of ENERGY STAR qualified new homes.”
ENERGY STAR qualified homes are independently verified to be at least 30% more energy efficient than homes built to the 1993 national Model Energy Code or 15% more efficient than state energy code, whichever is more rigorous. These savings are based on heating, cooling, and hot water energy use and are typically achieved through a combination of:
· building envelope upgrades,
· high performance windows,
· controlled air infiltration,
· upgraded heating and air conditioning systems,
· tight duct systems and
· upgraded water-heating equipment.
These features contribute to improved home quality and homeowner comfort, and to lower energy demand and reduced air pollution. ENERGY STAR also encourages the use of energy-efficient lighting and appliances, as well as features designed to improve indoor air quality.
The above is taken from the ENERGY STAR website. For more information on ENERGY STAR, visit www.energystar.gov/homes/
