Nowadays, you hear "Green" claims applied to every type of product and service. So what does "Green Construction" really mean? Simply put, it identifies practices and materials that reduce a home's burden on the environment. These practices also typically result in homes that are more comfortable, healthier and more economical to operate.
There are a variety of recognized third-party green certification programs in place that give you, the homeowner, confidence that the home you purchase meets real and measurable green standards. All of these programs evaluate the construction using similar categories.
There are a variety of recognized third-party green certification programs in place that give you, the homeowner, confidence that the home you purchase meets real and measurable green standards. All of these programs evaluate the construction using similar categories.
Energy Efficiency
First and foremost, a green home like The Go House must meet Energy Efficiency standards. Many Green certifiers use the US Department of Energy's ENERGY STAR PROGRAM. Through a combination of high insulation requirements, Low "E" windows, a tight building envelope and a high efficiency heating and cooling system, an Energy Star Home is typically 20–30% more efficient than standard homes. The Go House comes standard with many Energy Star home features.Resource Efficiency
Creating resource efficient designs and using resource efficient materials can maximize function while optimizing the use of natural resources. Resource efficiency is also about reducing jobsite waste. Creating an effective construction waste management plan and taking advantage of available recycling facilities and markets for recyclable materials, waste can be reduced by at least two-thirds, creating potential cost savings and reducing the burden on landfill space. Modular construction processes carefully manage resource usage and maximize recycling.
Water Efficiency
The importance of water resources is becoming increasingly recognized. Green homes like The Go House conserve water both indoors and out. More efficient water delivery systems, such as low-flow fixtures and low-usage commodes, can help prevent unnecessary waste of this valuable resource. In addition, landscaping choices outdoors can help prevent unnecessary waste of this valuable resource.Indoor Environmental Quality
Healthy indoor environments attract many people to green building. An increase in reported allergies and respiratory ailments and the use of chemicals that can off-gas from building materials have contributed to a heightened awareness of the air we breathe inside our homes. Green homes like The Go House take measures that can mitigate the effects of potential contaminants using such products as low VOC paints and low emitting materials such as carpet and wood products.
Lot Preparation, Design and Development
How the site is impacted by the construction process and how the home is oriented to maximize passive solar are prime considerations of green construction.
As the Nation's largest modular builder, we have chosen to adhere to the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) Green Standard. This standard provides you with third-party certification that the modular home you are purchasing can deliver on its claims of energy efficiency and resource conservation.
It means that when you choose The Go House, you're choosing a home that's built to the NAHB's Green Standard using our Green Construction Best Practices.
When you Go Green, you can go proudly, knowing you're investing in a home that's built better, faster and to measurable environmental standards.
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