Grèn (pronounced Green) is a brand new initiative that Generations has pioneered. It has grown out of over a decade of building industry leading sustainable homes. All of our homes feature code-surpassing sustainable features to make our homes not only more energy efficient, but more comfortable and healthier to live in.
The following is a brief review of the benefits of a Grèn home;
Energy Efficiency/Green earth practices:
- R40-50 ceiling insulation (in repaired areas)
- R22 basement insulation (added walls)
- High efficiency furnaces and hot water tanks
- Energy star windows with Argon Gas and Low-e glazing
- Advanced envelope sealing methods around windows and doors
- low flow toilets (reduces water consumption)
- Garage door insulated to R14
Indoor Air Quality:
- Low sone/high velocity bath fans
- All insulation is formaldehyde-free
- Humidifier
- Wall mounted bath fans and timers promote better vapour exchange
- Ventilation system and furnace professionally cleaned
- Home vented for 48 hours prior to occupancy
- Low VOC Paints and lacquers used on the interior surfaces
- Hard surface flooring on entire main floor (typical-model and client dependent)
- Install pleated media filter on HVAC system
- Install carbon monoxide detectors
Durability:
- Durable exterior finishes
- Durable treated porches and decks (plan dependent)
- Lifetime finish Weiser brand locks and door hardware
- Delta or Price Pfister Faucets
- 50 year shingles (where roofs replaced)