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Included Green Features
Tankless Hot Water Heaters
Tankless water heaters lower energy bills by heating water only when needed, while still supplying your home with continuous hot water
Solar Ready
All new homes come with hard piped electrical conduit running from the panel to the attic so you can easily convert at any time
Radiant Barrier Roof Sheathing
This energy efficient plywood reflects the suns rays keeping attics on average 40% cooler in summer months lowering your AC bill.
400 Amp Service
All garages come with a 400 amp service in it to support 2 electric cars
Fiberglass Exterior Doors
Fiberglass exterior doors provide the strength of steel and the look and feel of wood -- fiberglass cores insulate 4x better than wood
Energy Star Windows
The Anderson 400 series windows we use come with features such as argon and low E glass that meet energy star ratings for this region!
Intelligent Fireplace System
Control your fireplace wirelessly. Smart ignition systems manage your pilot light efficiently and help keep your home safe and warm
Why Build Green
Increase Value
Green homes are worth more. Energy efficient properties are valued more per square foot than conventional ones! Building a home is an investment. Make it a smart one.
Lower Bills
Zimmermann Homes uses quality materials that are on the cutting edge of energy efficient technology. By choosing to build green, the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) estimates that you lower overall maintenance costs by a staggering 8-13% per square foot per year. With us, these features come standard.
Help the Environment
Green homes maximize the use of sustainable resources and minimize the impact homes can have on the planet. We strive to use the best products, subcontractors, and suppliers that are as community-conscious as we are.
Optional Green Features
Geothermal Heating
By combining earth energy with safe electric power, many Water Furnace owners realize savings up to 70% for heating, cooling, and hot water! These systems are quieter, do not emit any greenhouse gases, and require less maintenance than the standard system.
Solar Panels
A clean, natural way to harness energy using the wold's most renewable energy resource--the sun! No harmful emissions or greenhouse gases are produced during use and stored energy can be used after sunset or even sold back to your local utility provider for profit.
Radiant Flooring
This subfloor heating system is easy to add onto any geothermal system and can keep your feet warm all year 'round! This durable, clean, and quiet system of hydronic heating provides an ultimate form of comfort day after day.
Nest Thermostat
Energy-efficient heating and cooling thermostat that learns the temperatures you like, turns itself down when you're away, and can be controlled from your phone
Recessed LED Lighting
These LED lights produce more light per watt and can last up to 17-years longer than standard incandescent bulbs
Energy Saving USB Outlets
With two included, these outlets feature built-in smart sensors that automatically detect required wattage and shut off when your device is fully charged
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