As Chicago becomes a greener city, we feel the + House ™ is a great addition to our city and its goal of becoming a “green” city. Chicago’s Green Building Agenda is a great source of information and guideline to follow in making Chicago a “green” city. Not only will the + House ™ be “green”, but it will also be “healthy” for it’s residence. Over the past 100 years building has evolved and become more efficient and streamlined, but it has come at a cost. With the exception of Lead based paint, building methods have been slow to change and become more healthy for the people that will be residing in new homes. The + House ™ addresses the “green” aspect of building and construction, but also brings awareness to what and how a “healthy” home should be built.
Here are some of the ways the + House ™ will be “green”, but also “healthy”:
+ House ™ Improves Indoor Air Quality
Since our construction materials are never exposed to rain, moisture, or humidity we are bale to reduce your exposure to mold and other potential problems. With the use of Low VOC (volatile organic compounds) paints & sealants we limit the amount of carbon-containing chemical compounds that evaporate into the atmosphere – healthier in you home, and better for the ozone. Our insulation is formaldehyde-free reducing your exposure to harmful chemicals.
+ House ™ Reduces Its Impact On The Environment
Our precise construction methods significantly reduce the amount of waste from building (approx. 2% as compared to 30-40% on a “stick-built home”), and our on-site debris is recycled locally in special “LEED” certified dumpsters; our insulation is also made from 25% recycled products. 50% or more of the home is built off-site reducing road trips – this decreases fuel consumption, and air pollution. By shortening the construction time and having better than 50% of the work done off-site, we are able to reduce the noise impact on the neighborhood and minimize the carbon footprint.
+ House ™ Is More Energy Efficient
We provide improved energy efficiency through precision off-site construction methods that reduce air infiltration due to enhanced sealing techniques – giving you a tighter building envelope. Our homes have increased insulation packages, high performance windos & doors, hybrid HVAC with programmable thermostats – all of these contribute to a more efficient home – and reduce your utility bills. ENERY STAR standards provide homes that are typically 30-50% more efficient than standard homes. All of our homes will be ENERGY STAR certified and meet the NAMB (National Association of Home Builder’s) “Green Building Program” standards.
Call 800-603-5211 Ext. 248 to learn more about the + House ™, its “green” features and “healthy” features. There are also numerous upgrades to the + House ™ that can make your home even more “green” and “healthy.”
