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FEATURES

Cool Roof Tile reflects sunlight and heat away from your home and is approved by Energy Star and the Cool Roof Rating Council. Superior benefits to homeowners include 10-30% energy savings on air conditioning costs, possible rebates through your utility company, less air pollution reducing smog producing and global warming chemicals and the reduction of heat islands around cities and populous areas. Volitile Organic Compounds, or VOCs, are emitted gases from certain solids or liquids and some have been found to have harmful health effects. The interior paints Kolter Homes uses are low-odor allowing you to immediately move into your newly painted spaces. It contains fewer solvents and zero-VOCs so what is emitted into the air is more environmentally friendly. Spray Foam Insulation is an environmentally friendly material that creates an airtight seal which helps maintain a comfortable constant temperature in the attic that results in greater energy efficiency. A closed attic system is created by eliminating all ventilation openings in an attic such as soffits and ridge vents (spindle, gable and mechanical vents) and by creating a thermal and air barrier on the external shell of a structure. HEPA stands for "High Efficiency Particulate Air." HEPA is is a type of air filtration system that is said to remove at least 99.97% of the most difficult size of airborne particles to filter, particles of 0.3 microns or micrometres in diameter. Particles of this size are considered the most difficult to filter, and the HEPA filter is even more effective at filtering larger and smaller particles. This makes the HEPA filter ideal for capturing things like dust, dust mites, mold spores, cigarette smoke, paint fumes, plaster dust, pet dander and even disease-causing microbes like viruses and bacteria. As much as half of the energy used in your home goes to heating and cooling. So making smart decisions about your home's heating, ventilating, and air conditioning (HVAC) system can have a big effect on your utility bills -- and your comfort. Choosing ENERGY STAR systems and properly maintaining them is key to energy efficiency and savings. WaterSense� is a partnership program sponsored by EPA which seeks to protect the future of our nation\'s water supply by promoting water efficiency and enhancing the market for water-efficient products, programs, and practices. The WaterSense� label indicates that these products and programs meet water efficiency and performance criteria. WaterSense� labeled products will perform well, help save money, and encourage innovation in manufacturing. Native plant landscaping uses less water and fertilizers with chemicals. Kolter’s zoned irrigation systems further aids in conserving water. Energy efficient choices can save families about a third on their energy bill with similar savings of greenhouse gas emissions, without sacrificing features, style or comfort. ENERGY STAR helps you make the energy efficient choice. If looking for new household products, look for ones that have earned the ENERGY STAR. They meet strict energy efficiency guidelines set by the EPA and US Department of Energy. Impact resistant glass protects your home from storms, increases security and provides noise and sunlight barriers. An ENERGY STAR qualified compact fluorescent light bulb (CFL) will save about $30 over its lifetime and pay for itself in about 6 months. It uses 75 percent less energy and lasts about 10 times longer than an incandescent bulb. Sealing holes and cracks in the home’s “envelope” and in duct systems helps reduce drafts, moisture, dust, pollen, and noise. A tightly sealed home improves comfort and indoor air quality while reducing utility bills. A vapor barrier placed underneath the home prevents moisture from entering and stops mold from occurring. Concrete block construction ensures a solid home. Concrete pavers create an attractive driveway and hold up well to weather conditions.