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These High-Performance Features Set Us Apart from Other Builders
| FEATURE | ADVANTAGE | BENEFIT |
| Foundation | ||
| WatchDog Waterproofing | 10-year warranty against any water entering through the basement walls | Dryer basement, reduced chance for mold, peace of mind - $$ savings |
| Interior & Exterior Drain Tile Systems | Decreases chances of rain or ground water entering basement | Dryer basement, reduced chance for mold, peace of mind - $$ savings |
| Poly Barrier under Basement Floor | Reduces moisture migration into concrete slab and assists in radon mitigation | Helps eliminate dampness in basement and creates more comfortable living area |
| Radon Ready Exhaust System | If radon is detected it only requires adding an exhaust fan in attic to mitigate | Much less costly to mitigate for radon when roughed-in - $$ savings |
| Sealed Sump Pit and Sump Pump w/Alarm System | Keeps soil gases from entering house & pumps away ground water to avoid damage | Keeps children or pets from falling in sump pit & sets off alarm if pump not working |
Framing | ||
| Exterior Walls are built to Green Standards: 2x6 @ 2' on Center | Room for more insulation and reduces thermal transference by 20% over traditional construction | Maintains structural integrity, reduces drafts and utility bills and increases comfort - $$ savings |
| Exterior Walls Sheeted with OSB | Solid structure reduces exterior wall movement - provides solid base for siding | Reduces drywall cracks and nail pops |
| Exterior Walls Sealed with Dupont Tyvek House Wrap & Tyvek Tape | Premier house wrap product on the market due to its performance properties | Reduces drafts, water infiltration and increases comfort - $$ savings |
| High-performance Anderson Windows - "Green 100-Series" | Low-E, thermal efficient - made of Fibrex from recycled materials, easy to operate | Low maintenance, reduces utility bills and increases comfort - $$ savings |
| Roof Trusses with Energy-heels | Room for more insulation in the attic above the exterior walls, helps prevent ice jambs | Flexibility to locate interior walls - reduces utility bills & increases comfort - $$ savings |
| Engineered floor truss or I-Joist floor system | Uses less or recycled materials in their manufacture, engineered floor trusses eliminate soffits | Allows for greater spans and larger rooms in basements and reduces floor squeaks |
| Ice Shield - Roof Edges & Valleys | Helps eliminate potential water leakage from ice dams on roof | Reduces maintenance and potential water damage repair bills - $$ savings |
Mechanical Equipment | ||
| High-efficiency Heating Equipment | Uses less energy and virtually eliminates potential for carbon dioxide poisoning | Reduces utility bills and increases comfort - $$ savings |
| High-efficiency Cooling Equipment | Uses less energy | Reduces utility bills and increases comfort - $$ savings |
| Programmable Thermostats Installed in All Homes | Can adjust heating and cooling to working day automatically | Reduces utility bills and increases comfort - $$ savings |
| All Ductwork Located within the Conditioned Area of the Home | Reduces heat or cooling losses from exposure to the external unconditioned environment | Reduces utility bills and increases comfort - $$ savings |
| Plumbing Fixtures are Low Flow | Uses less water, saving a valuable resource | Reduces utility bills - $$ savings |
| Garbage Disposal in Kitchen Sink | More convenient and better way to dispose of food waste | Reduces need for larger landfill & cost of garbage service - $$ savings |
| Electric or Power Vent Water Heater | Virtually eliminates potential for carbon dioxide poisoning | Makes for safer and healthier living environment - cleaner indoor air |
| Recessed Lights Exposed to Unconditioned Areas Are Airtight | Reduces heat or cooling losses from exposure to the external unconditioned environment | Reduces drafts & utility bills and increases comfort - $$ savings |
| Humidifier Installed in All Homes | Keeps home and interior products from drying out in the winter | Extends life of cabinets, wood floor and woodwork - increases comfort - $$ savings |
Insulation | ||
| All exterior Walls are R-23 Blown-in-Blanket Insulation | Insulation is installed in wall cavities more tightly, dense and compacted | Reduces drafts & utility bills and increases comfort - $$ savings |
| Insulation is Made Using Recycled Products | Performs as well or better than other insulation made from raw materials | Saves resources in the environment and reduces cost - $$ savings |
| Rim Joist is Foamed to Seal | Seals rim joist where standard home experiences 35% of its air infiltration | Reduces drafts and utility bills and increases comfort - $$ savings |
| Foam Insulation Seals around All Windows and All Penetrations | Reduces air leakage between the inside and outside & between the attic and conditioned living space | Reduces drafts and utility bills and increases comfort - $$ savings |
Interior Finishes | ||
| Cabinets are "Green" | Manufacturing process uses "green" techniques and no or very low amounts of formaldehyde | Makes for safer and healthier living environment - cleaner indoor air |
| Appliances are Energy Star Rated | Appliances are more efficient in energy and/or other resource usage | Saves resources in the environment and reduces cost - $$ savings |
| Paint is Low "VOC" | Minimal or no "volatile organic compounds" in paint | Virtually eliminates paint odor & creates a safer and healthier living environment |
| Carpet and/or Pad Uses Recycled Content | Doesn't give off toxic fumes & performs as well as other products made from raw materials | Makes for safer and healthier living environment - cleaner indoor air |
| Drywall Uses Recycled Products | Performs as well or better than other drywall made from raw materials | Saves resources in the environment and reduces cost - $$ savings |
| Engineered Wood Floors with Natural Wood Top Layer | Virtually eliminates cupping, warping and separation from varying humidity levels | Out performs floors made from solid planks and reduces maintenance - $$ savings |
Exterior Finishes | ||
| Pre-Finished Hardi Plank Cement Board Siding | Very rigid - baked on enamel finish is virtually maintenance free | Virtually impervious to hail with 20 year warranty on paint & 50 year on product - $$ savings |
| Optional - Vinyl Siding | Easy to repair/replace and maintain | Cost competitive and virtually maintenance free |
| Aluminum Soffit & Fascia | Very rigid - baked on enamel finish is virtually maintenance free | Out performs vinyl or composite material and doesn't need painting - $$ savings |
| Use Fine-Blade Plantation Fescue Sod | Fine blade is attractive and designed for Nebraska's climate & lower maintenance | Less disease and grub worm issues & requires less water - $$ savings |
| Sprinkler System Has "Rain Sensor" | Doesn't water lawn when it has rained an appropriate amount or is raining | Saves water resources and utility bills - $$ savings |
| Decks Are Timbertech | Deck is made from recycled products, is more rigid & requires less maintenance | Blind screwed and no slivers so won't injure bare feet - doesn't need staining - $$ savings |
Miscellaneous | ||
| Homeowner's Manual | Identifies location and operation of equipment & resources for recycling | Provides a convenient, easy to access and use information resource |
Additional Goings Homes' Features Included but Not Required for Green Certification | ||
| All Baths Have Quartz Countertops with Under Mount Sinks | Virtually impossible to scratch and easy to clean - 93% solid quartz rock | Maintains finish & looks like granite but smoother and won't absorb bacteria or crack |
| Homes Built to Exceed Basic Energy Star Standards | Our homes are built tighter and typically at least 30% more energy efficient than code | Reduces drafts and utility bills and increases comfort - $$ savings |
| Extra-wide Stairways & Doorways | Increases accessibility to all areas of the home | Increases the likelihood a homeowner can remain in their own home as they get older |
| Double Garage Door (18 'x 8') | Increases the height and width over 16' x 7' standard sized overhead garage doors | Allows access for larger vehicles and more room to open doors between vehicles |
| Advan-Tec Sub Flooring | Made from recycled materials - more dense and rigid than OSB | Reduces bounce in floors - higher holding power for fasteners - reduces squeaks |
| BuilderTrend Online Project Tracking System | Homeowners and subcontractors are able to see project progress at any time | More efficient time schedule and homeowners are better informed about their home building process |
| Free Designer Consultation with Ruth Zimmer, The Classic Giraffe | Ruth offers professional design assistance throughout the selection and building process | Reduces the client's time for selections by 75% and the potential stress of the selection process by 95% |
