High-Performance Home Standards™
We build a home that is....
Healthy and Safe
Cleaner air, low-toxicity materials, and smart systems that support wellness from the inside out. Secure entry points, smart monitoring, and durable features that protect what matters most.
- Fresh make up air through a HEPA filter (H)
- ERV for air balance (H)
- Photostatically treat all air for viral replication (H)
- Ultravation filter (H)
- Year-round humidity control (H)
- Multi-point lock system for exterior doors (S)
- Whole house leak detection (S)
- Heat sensors (S)
- CO monitor (S)
- Alarm & camera system (S)
- Factory trained door and window installers (H)
- Superior water infiltration products and techniques (H)
- Low VOC paints and finishes (H)
- Pre-finished floors (H)
- American-made sheetrock (H)
- Cabinets finished off site (H)
- Condition houses from dry-in forward (H)
- “Feel Safe” impact resistant glass (S)
- Power vent wood-burning fireplaces (S)
- Garage floors and mechanical spaces treated with non-slip epoxy (S)
- UPONOR PEX water supply (H)
- Active radon systems where (applicable) (H)
Stronger and Quieter
Resilient materials and engineered systems designed to stand the test of time and the elements. Thoughtfully constructed to reduce noise and create a calm, comfortable living environment.
- Spray foam insulation (Q)
- Sound insulation between all floors and common spaces (Q)
- Cast iron plumbing drops (Q)
- Sub floors twice as strong as code (S)
- Sub floors that are “Silent Floor System” that are glued and screwed (Q)
- FORTIFIED™ roof system (S)
- 2×6 exterior walls (S)
- Reinforced header details at large openings with steel (S)
- Engineered floor truss system (S)
Higher Efficiency and Lower Maintenance
Advanced systems and smart design to reduce energy use and enhance everyday performance. Durable finishes, protective features, and expert installation to minimize upkeep and maximize peace of mind.
- Emerald Refresh™ paint on exterior (LM)
- AAMA 2605 finish on windows with a 30-year warranty (LM)
- LoĒ³-366 glass windows (E)
- Outlast stain additive for carpenter bees (LM)
- Rot-resistant materials on exterior (where allowed by neighborhood) (LM)
- Factory trained door and window installers (LM)
- Superior water infiltration products and techniques (LM)
- Perimeter termite bait system (LM)
- All duct work runs in conditioned spaces (E)
- Instant hot water heaters with integrated recirculation (E)
- High SEER ratings (E)
