Grèn (pronounced Green) is a brand new initiative that Gold Seal Homes has pioneered. It has grown out of over a decade of building industry leading sustainable homes. All of our Gold Seal and Green Star homes feature code-surpassing sustainable features to make our homes not only more energy efficient, but more comfortable and healthier to live in.

The following is a brief review of the benefits of a Grèn home;

Energy Efficiency/Green earth practices:

• R50 ceiling insulation
• R27 basement insulation (code is R20)
• High efficiency furnaces and hot water tanks
• Energy star windows with Argon Gas and Low-e glazing
• Advanced envelope sealing methods around windows and doors
• low flow toilets (reduces water consumption)
• Garage door insulated to R14

Indoor Air Quality:

• Low sone/high velocity bath fans
• All insulation is formaldehyde-free
• Humidifier
• Wall mounted bath fans and timers promote better vapour exchange
• Ventilation system and furnace professionally cleaned
• Home vented for 48 hours prior to occupancy
• Low VOC Paints and lacquers used on the interior surfaces
• Hard surface flooring on entire main floor (typical-model and client dependent)
• Install pleated media filter on HVAC system
• Install carbon monoxide detectors

Durability:

• Durable, non-painted exteriors
• Durable treated porches and decks (plan dependent)
• Lifetime finish Weiser brand locks and door hardware
• Delta Faucets
• 50 year shingles