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Energy Star Partnership

Neil Perone Homes is a proud builder of ENERGY STAR labeled homes.

We believe everyone benefits through continually improving energy resource management, and the environment benefits from reduced levels of related pollution. We are proud to offer services and products that may assist people who have committed to both the environmental and savings goals of ENERGY STAR.

ENERGY STAR was created to help consumers easily identify products, homes, and buildings that save energy and money, and help protect the environment. As the government-backed, trusted symbol for energy efficiency, the ENERGY STAR label identifies highly efficient products and designates superior energy performance in homes and buildings.

Energy Star Programs are managed by the local utility companies such as CL&P, audited on site under the direction of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). The EPA provides Qualified Builders with guidelines to achieve certain levels of increased efficiencies in their homes. The results are lower fuel bills for the consumers, lower energy demands on the utilities, lower consumption of fossil fuels and a cleaner environment.

The following outlines the basic procedures employed by Neil Perone Homes to achieve the Energy Star Certifications.

1. The exterior shell of the house is sealed. The exterior house wrap seams are taped to reduce air penetration (most builders only staple the house wrap). All windows flanges are taped with a rubberized tape that blocks air and water penetration. All interior seams between the plywood wall seams are caulked.

2. Insulation. Energy Star homes apply the insulation differently and use added insulation in the attic areas. Wall insulation is applied unfaced (THIS MEANS WITHOUT THE PAPER FACE). This is done to reduce the compression of the insulation which reduces its efficiency and creates pockets or gaps in the insulation. Then we install a poly vinyl sheet over the exterior walls and to the ceiling below the attic . This poly vinyl sheet blocks any air flow and reduces heat loss. We use R-19 insulation in the walls and R-38 in the attic.

3. Heating System. We use a High Efficiency propane furnace. Our efficiency rating is between 92-94% efficient. This is compared to an average new oil furnace which can only deliver an 80% efficiency. We also seal all major seams in the duct work with a mastic sealant .This seals the ducts and reduces needless air leaks. The ductwork also receives an insulating blanket with an R-8 factor. Gas furnaces do not require annual cleaning like oil furnaces.

4. Windows All windows are Low E RATED GLASS FOR HIGHER EFFICIENCY.

5. Air Conditioners meet or exceed Energy Star Requirements. These are the majority of the Energy Star requirements but not all of the requirements.

These added features will provide you with a more comfortable home and save you on utility bills for the life of the home. All Energy Star Homes are inspected by the local Utility during the construction process and tested for efficiency prior to receiving a Certificate of Occupancy.

For more information about Energy Star and our partnership commitment to the program contact us or call (203) 313-3963. Additional information is available at the ENERGY STAR Web site: www.energystar.gov.