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Energy Efficiency

Energy Efficiency & Features

We build every home to meet or exceed Energy Star standards. Or homes incorporate green building techniques addressing lot development optimization, resource efficiency, energy efficiency and interior air quality.
  • We will design to save you money now and down the road while protecting the environment.
  • We will incorporate the latest advances in homebuilding materials, products, trends & design ideas.
  • Let us show you the amazing features available to you in your new custom JMH house.

ENERGY SAVING

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Zip System

Replaces OSB sheathing covered with house wrap. The Zip System uses a sheeting that has a breathable coating applied that is a barrier to water entry. The panel joints are taped to form an impermeable total-house water and air infiltration barrier.
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Spray Foam

Used on the underside of the roof deck and in the exterior walls has two main advantages over conventional wall/ceiling batt or blown-in insulation;

  1. Totally eliminates air infiltration and associated humidity and dust into the building envelope.
  2. By moving the conditioned envelope from the walls/ceiling to the walls/roof, the air conditioner blower/evaporator and all ducting is taken from the hot attic to a semi-conditioned space. This allows the air conditioner to operate much more efficient saving run time and also allows the system to downsized 20% saving on upfront A/C cost and monthly operating cost.
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Advanced Humidity Removal

Done one of two ways;

  1. Add a humidistat to the thermostat and use variable-speed air handlers that can run at slower speeds to remove humidity without dropping the temperature at the same time
  2. Installing a dehumidifier with it’s own blower and humidistat. When we’re hot it is often from high humidity. For comfort we usually like 50-55% humidity.

2″x6″ Exterior Walls

Reduce heat loss by providing the cavity for additional insulation.

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Superior Windows Make The Difference

All windows use Low-E glass, a virtually invisible glass coating, optimized for our climate, that helps block the sun’s harmful UV rays. Frames are insulated with foam creating a tight seal and blocking temperature transfer. The windows are flanged and taped to make a tight seal in the wood framing. Most of our homes feature Anderson or Pella windows.

Tankless Water Heater

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