Gold Seal is the first Alberta Builder to offer Residential Fire Sprinklers in 100% of the homes we build.  The Fortress Package is a collaborative initiative developed by Gold Seal Homes and our trade partners.  The Fortress Package was awarded the 2008 Calgary Region SAM award for BEST INNOVATIVE IDEA / PRODUCT.

Here are some of the features of our 'FORTRESS' protected homes:

• Fully operational Automated Sprinkler System
• Integrated home security system
• Monitored Smoke Detector and hard wired detector on each level
• Carbon Monoxide Detector on bedroom level(s)
• R40 Ceiling insulation & 12" airspace protects sprinkler system and increased energy savings
• Home escape plan provided to the homeowner
• Two Class ABC fire extinguishers installed in home
• Triple pane windows on side elevations to reduce effects of radiant heat
• Solid Soffit in eaves on side elevations to reduce effects of neighbouring fires
• Backup LED lighting in hallways with rechargeable emergency flashlight
• Full height tile behind stove and cook top areas
• stairways and hallways typiclly wider than code requirements
• Egress hinges on all Bedroom windows
• Over-sized basement windows for safe egress from home in time of emergency
• Insulated & Drywalled Garages

Protect what you value most part 1          Protect what you value most part 2

April 26 / 2010 Global News                     April 27 / 2010 Global News

 Calgary Herald                                       Calgary Sun Dec 12 / 2009