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Offering you benefits that include energy savings, improved indoor air quality and less overall maintenance, Perry Homes is proud to build homes that meet or exceed both the Greater Houston Builders Association’s Green Building Initiative and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and Department of Energy’s Energy Star guidelines.
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Since January 1, 2008, Perry Homes installs high-efficiency 14 SEER Carrier air conditioners in all newly constructed homes. These air conditioning units use R-410A Puron® refrigerant which is environmentally sound, energy efficient, chlorine free and designed to meet 2010 Department of Energy standards.
Perry Homes also specifies CertainTeed insulation, low E glass windows and LP TechShield roof sheathing on all single family homes.
All CertainTeed insulation products contribute only low levels of Volatile Organic Compounds (VOC’s) and other indoor pollutants, are non-corrosive and do not absorb moisture.
LP TechShield roof sheathing is a thin, durable sheet of aluminum overlay laminated to LP Oriented Strand Board (OSB). This prevents up to 97 percent of the sun’s radiant heat from entering the attic. Low E glass windows with tinted panes also help reduce the sun’s radiant heat.
Additional Green Building Practices include:
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FlowGuard Gold plumbing system installed in homes, improving both water purity and energy efficiency. |
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Energy Star labeled GE dishwasher operates on 40% less energy than the federal minimum standard for energy consumption and uses much less water than conventional models. |
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High-efficiency Carrier furnace uses a hot surface ignition system and eliminates the need for a pilot light which reduces gas usage and promotes worry free operation. |
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Third party inspectors test all homes and ensure ducts exceed Energy Star standards for air leakage and consistent performance. |
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Energy Star labeled ceiling fans installed for energy-efficient climate control. |
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Recessed can lights are IC rated and airtight preventing air infiltration from the attic and improving comfort and indoor air quality. |
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Energy-efficient State water heater with Green Choice™ gas burner reduces nitrogen oxide emissions up to 33%. |
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