Green Building Features

Green Building Features

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The following is a partial list of the Green Building concepts, materials and techniques designed and built into Covell Communities Homes.
  • Single Zone HVAC w/Engineered Multi-Level Distribution
  • Engineered Hardwood Flooring (reduces use of hard woods)
  • Multi-level Tyvek Taping System
  • Conditioned Crawl Space
  • Hardi-plank Exterior (cement and wood fiber recycled product)
  • Miratec Exterior Composite Trim and Fascia on all Exterior Trim (life-time durability)    
  • Fiberon Decking (recycled plastic/wood product)
  • Rail Systems or Recycled Plastic with Aluminum Core (reducing hardwood usage)
  • Fiberglass Column Systems
  • Super Seal Low-E Energy Series Single Hung Vinyl Windows with Tilt Sash Dual Locking with 50% Less Air Loss.
  • Benchmark Insulated Exterior Steel Doors
  • Comfort-Maker High Efficiency Heat Pump with Propane Backup (per plan)
  • Comfort-Maker 13+ SEER High Efficiency Air Conditioning Condensing Unit
  • Insulation Package:
    • - R-38 Fiberglass Insulation in Attic Ceilings
    • - R-19 Fiberglass Insulation in All Overhangs and Bay Windows (per plan)
    • - R-13 Fiberglass Insulation in All Exterior Side Walls
    • - R-11 Fiberglass Insulation in All Basement / Crawlspace Walls (per plan)
    • - Tyvek House Wrap w/ Exclusive Tyvek Straight Flash Taping Around all Windows
    • - Energy Air Seal Package (caulking all sill plates, doors, penetrations and stud to stud connections)
    • - Neoprene Foundation Sill Sealing Insulation
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