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Air Testing - In order for the Wisconsin Trend Home™ to comply with the Energy Star requirements, a significant amount of testing will take place on the indoor air quality. In addition to pre-construction consulting and analysis, a number of additional tests will be completed as construction progress is made. First, there is performance testing, which consists of a thorough testing of the mechanical systems and building shell. The HVAC airflow testing is extremely valuable to address comfort concerns before they happen. Next, there is a blower door test, which determines whether there are air leaks, and, if so, to locate air leakage locations throughout the home. Next, infrared scanning is used both by itself, and in conjunction with the blower door test, which allows the testers to locate cold spots and air leakage points or insulation flaws in hidden locations, for example interior chases or inaccessible areas of an attic. Lastly, there is ventilation system testing, which confirms that the home’s ventilation equipment meets the Standards 1AQ and 2AQ of the program. Airflows from ventilation equipment can be a large factor in the home’s ability to expel moisture/odors from the home.
Five Star Energy Corp.: 262-628-8086 - consultant
Tyvek® HomeWrap - The home is using DuPont™ Tyvek® Homewrap® which helps to seal the building envelope, reducing air leakage, while allowing moisture to escape. This helps prevent the formation of mold and mildew for a healthier, more energy-efficient home. This helps to optimize the efficiency of the HVAC systems in the home, improving air quality and reducing energy usage simultaneously. Additionally, this product is a recyclable material.
www.hllmark.com
Supply Air Filtering - Fine air filters in the home’s ventilation system capture most contaminants to achieve an exceptional level of indoor air quality. The (type) air filters have 80 percent or better filtration efficiency on 1-3 micron particles and greater than 90 percent York’s HEPA, Electronic and Media Air Cleaners help to ensure that the home’s air is clear of dust, pollen, fungi, smoke and other. These cleaners provide stepped-up filtration, more effective than your furnace or air conditioner alone. In fact, these cleaners can remove up to 94 percent of the particles that pass through your home’s system.
www.york.com - manufacturer
www.davejonesplumbing.com - plumber
Air Conditioner - The air-conditioner provided for the Wisconsin Trend Home™ will contain the environmentally friendly refrigerant R-410A. The Affinity model air-conditioner features an industry-leading, two-stage scroll compressor design. Translation: The unit can operate at partial capacity when conditions are mild, then instantly, automatically kicks into full capacity when you need the most cooling. These energy-saving concepts result in improved indoor air quality as well as superior comfort.
www.york.com - manufacturer
www.davejonesplumbing.com - plumber
Home Foundation and Mold Mitigation - Extensive waterproofing on the exterior of the foundation, installed by Wisconsin Insulation Services, including the installation of two-inch rigid foam insulation, ensures that water cannot penetrate the foundation and also keeps water out of the basement to maintain healthy indoor air quality and inhibit mold growth. The foam board offers both superior insulation and highly effective waterproofing as the foam board actually wicks water away from the foundation and into a drain.
www.coelloandassociates.com - foundation
www.waterproofsystems.com - waterproofing
Fireplace - The Heat & Glo fireplace that will be used in this home utilizes a direct vent feature that provides a sealed combustion chamber that draws fresh air from the outdoors and discards all combustion by-products back outside. This system and product ahs been recognized by the American Lung Assocation® Health House® program as a Clean Air Choice™.
www.fireside.com - manufacturer
Low-Emitting Products - The flooring provided by Nonn’s Flooring utilizes glue that contains fewer VOC’s, making it healthier for the inhabitants. Additionally, the cabinets provided are Decora cabinets, which are specially manufactured to ensure healthy indoor air quality. The cabinets are manufactured with rapidly renewable resources and the finest wood veneers and ultra low-VOC, water-based adhesives. Rapidly renewable resources are used for the cabinet sides, floors, drawers and back. Lastly, the interior paint used, provided by Sherwin-Williams, will have also have a low-VOC content to help maintain a healthy indoor air quality.
www.nonnsflooring.com - flooring distributor
www.sherwin-williams.com - painter
www.decoracabinets.com - cabinet manufacturer
www.drexelinteriors.com - cabinet distributor
LMI, Inc.: 262-758-0765 - cabinet distributor
Radon Mitigation System - A passive radon mitigation system enables any potential radon gases to escape from the basement. The mitigation system consists of a three-inch plastic PVC pipe that protrudes from the basement slab. Radon follows the path of least resistance and will vent through the slab substrate into the pipe rather than through the concrete slab itself. Radon cannot be detected until the home is built and opportunity exists for radon to concentrate. Should radon ever concentrate in the basement, connecting the plastic PVC pipe to the outside of the house instantly activates the system. In addition to the radon mitigation system, the sump pump being utilized on the property contains a state-of-the-art emergency back-up.
www.tobhomes.com - general contractor
www.jimmurrayinc.com - sump pump distributor / manufacturer
Sealed Garage - The garage is completely sealed and insulated from the rest of the home using SIPs (Structural Insulated Panels) construction, which ensures that vehicular emissions, a leading cause of residential indoor air contamination, do not enter the home.
www.peabuilders.com – consultant / installer
www.pacemakerbuildingsystems.com - Sip manufacturer
Central Vacuum System -This system, donated by Broan-NuTone, has a motor design that deep cleans far better than conventional vacuums. Eco-friendly products are found across the board within Broan-NuTone product lines. NuTone central vacuum systems carry dirt, dust, dust mites, pet dander and other microbes away from living areas. Inherently, less powerful upright/portable vacuums propel many pollutants back into the air homeowners breathe. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) acknowledges central vacuum systems as important indoor air quality enhancements; additionally, clinical studies have proven central vacuum systems can reduce allergy symptoms by as much as 61 percent.
www.nutone.com - manufacturer
www.springcityelectric.com - electrician
www.ibew.org - electrician
www.necanet.org - electrician
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