GREEN BUILDING
BR2 Custom Builders is pleased to now offer customers a ‘Smart’ home design that incorporates
many green attributes. We are now a Certified Green Builder (CGB) as designated b the National Association of Homebuilders
(August 2008). We have been researching the vast array of green options available and have implemented the ones that focus on
promoting energy efficiency, reducing utility bills, and providing a healthier lifestyle.
We have put together a series of home
packages that will fit the variety of needs and desires of our customers. However, even our standard home package will now incorporate
many of these ‘Smart’ features. Here’s to a green future!
Tier I : New Standard Home Package
- Review Passive Solar
Design
- Energy Star Thermal Envelope
- R-38 Ceiling/R-13 Wall Insulation
- Vented Crawlspace: gravel & plastic, radon vent prep.
-
Low-E Windows
- CFL Lighting
- Non-toxic Termite Protection with Boracare (if desired)
Tier II: High Performance Home Package
-
Foil Roof Sheathing
- Reduce attic temp. by 30 degrees
- Cut electric bill by as much as 17%
- Insulate Basement Ceilings
- 16-19 SEER Heat Pump
- High Efficiency Water Heater
- Heating water is 15% of home's energy use
- Additional cost - $700
- Front Load Washing
Machine
Tier III: (Includes all of Tier II)
- Conditioned Crawlspace
-Additional cost - $1800
-Foam &
Batt Walls
- Additional cost - $3200
-Air Filtration System
-Whole House Humidifier
- Whole House Dehumidifier
& Fresh Air Supply
-Fresh Air Supply in Laundry Room
- Energy Star Appliances
Tier IV: True Green Consruction (Includes all
of Tier III)
- Finished Basement ILO 2nd Floor
- Solar Panels
- Additional cost - $16,000 (after
rebates and tax)
- Solar Hot Water Heater
- Additional cost - $7,800
- Water Collection System
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Contact Us
1916 HIGHWAY 411 Vonore, TN 37885 Phone: 423-884-6612 Email: rhessick@vol.com