Making Room for the Environment

Did you know that by building a home today you are building greener than just a decade ago? Construction materials and practices are changing rapidly to give greater consideration for the environment around us. Here are some standard products that go into every Monticello Homes residence:

• Windows that are clearer, tighter and offer greatly improved insulating capabilities
• Higher efficiency air conditioners, furnaces and water heaters
• Better insulation and insulation standards
• Air infiltration reduction techniques to reduce energy loss
• House wraps that keep the water out and at the same time lets your house breathe
• Formaldehyde free insulation
• Engineered lumber and plywood made from smaller farmed trees
• Recycled drywall board made from post-consumer and post-industry material
• Factory primed or painted cement sidings that carry a 50 year material warranty
• High tech water-based paints that adhere better and last longer
• Environmentally friendly and better quality adhesives
• Exterior decking made from recycled milk cartons and grocery bags
• Window, door and roof flashing techniques that prevent water leaks that lead to mold growth

You can also specify other custom options like:

• Low or no-VOC (Volatile Organic Compound) paints, adhesives and stains.
• Certifiable sustainably harvested hardwood flooring
• Air exchangers that bring in fresh outside air while minimizing energy loss
• Sensitively built kitchen and bath cabinetry that takes into account your family's health
• Electronic air cleaners that reduce allergens
• "Xeriscape" style landscaping designs, utilizing regional plants to reduce water consumption and maintenance
• Plumbing fixtures designed to use less water
• Radiant barriers for minimizing solar heating transfer into the house
• House designs that take into account the sun's natural heating abilities

Want to find out more about what you can do to build a cleaner greener home for your family? Email us or give us a call at 703-425-0001.