ENERGY STAR®

ENERGY STAR® BUILDER PARTNER

Proud builder of ENERGY STAR labeled homes.

Partnering with ENERGY STAR distinguishes Youngquist Homes as a leader in efficient construction and environmental stewardship. Youngquist Homes is recognized by ENERGY STAR as a 100% Builder - a commitment to building 100% of our homes to ENERGY STAR performance guidelines.

Homes that earn the ENERGY STAR label must meet guidelines for energy efficiency set by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. ENERGY STAR qualified homes are at least 15 percent more energy efficient than homes built to the 2004 International Residential Code (IRC), and include additional energy-saving features that typically make them 20–30% more efficient than standard homes.

Through ENERGY STAR qualified homes and other options, homebuyers can address critical green home elements. Homeowners can contribute further by looking for water-efficient products, renewable energy technologies, waste reduction, recycling, and sustainable land development practices.

ENERGY STAR Qualified Homes

ENERGY STAR qualified homes can include a variety of energy-efficient features, such as effective insulation, high performance windows, tight construction and ductwork, efficient heating and cooling equipment, and ENERGY STAR qualified lighting and appliances. Typical features to look for include:

• Efficient Home Envelope, where effective levels of wall, floor, and attic insulation are properly installed, and comprehensive air barrier details and high-performance windows are utilized;
• Efficient Air Distribution, where ducts are installed with minimum air leakage and effectively insulated;
• Efficient Equipment for heating, cooling, and water heating;
• Efficient Lighting, including fixtures that earn the ENERGY STAR label; and
• Efficient Appliances, including ENERGY STAR qualified dishwashers, refrigerators, and clothes washers.

ENERGY STAR Advanced Lighting Package

Lighting adds beauty and drama to a home. It can make a small room look open and airy or a large room appear cozy and inviting. Keeping a home filled with light, however, can require a significant amount of energy. The ENERGY STAR Advanced Lighting Package (ALP) helps reduce energy use. In addition to the Indoor Air Package, ALP complements the ENERGY STAR label for new homes by identifying homes equipped with a comprehensive set of ENERGY STAR qualified lighting fixtures and ceiling fans. Ask Youngquist Homes about options for adding the ENERGY STAR ALP label to your new home.

ENERGY STAR Indoor Air Package

We encourage homebuyers to learn about the ENERGY STAR Indoor Air Package label - a new specification developed by EPA to address the indoor environment component of green building. Homes that achieve this level of excellence are first qualified as ENERGY STAR, and then also incorporate more than 60 additional home design and construction features to control moisture, chemical exposure, radon, pests, ventilation, and filtration. Together, these features help protect qualified homes and their residents from mold, chemicals, combustion gases, and other airborne pollutants. If you are interested in this new program, please contact Youngquist Homes to discuss our level of participation and the features we can incorporate to provide you and your family a healthier place to live.

THIRD PARTY VERIFICATION

ENERGY STAR qualified homes are independently verified to meet strict guidelines for energy efficiency set by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. Youngquist Homes has partnered with Southern Energy Management (SEM), a full-service ENERGY STAR certification company that provides plan reviews, value engineering, training and technical assistance. Our new luxury townhomes and custom built homes are independently inspected by SEM for compliance with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency guidelines for energy efficiency, including green building practices that help to protect the environment by reducing greenhouse gas emissions associated with global warming.

Additional information is available at the ENERGY STAR Web site.