What is Net Zero Home?
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During the design stages of your Custom Home here on Cape Cod , the topography and placement of your proposed custom home on the lot are taken into consideration.The window- sizes,quantity and exposure are carefully considered and a high quality , high efficiency windows ,often with triple – pane such as Marvin Modern Series
are specified during the design process .The roof shape,style and sun exposure are carefully designed to ensure there is enough space for a solar system that will meet your New Custom Home requirements.
•The Home Energy Rating System ,known as “Hers” Rating is a service, performed by Certified HERS Rating Company.The size of the home, the windows sizes and specifications such as U-factor and insulation ,the insulation of the home ,heating and cooling systems (HVAC) ,appliances,solar system size and production, and lighting of the home are taken into consideration for the Pre-Construction Hers rating of your new home.
Any score equal to , or below 0 meets the requirements for a Net Zero Home on Cape Cod.
During Construction of your new Net Zero Home on Cape Cod , the same HERS rating company preforms site visits and collects information into documents, supporting the specifications of those energy efficiency elements/materials used as initially proposed during the design stages.
Finally, ones the construction of your New Net Zero Custom Home on Cape Cod is near completion ,The HERS rating company will preform serries of tests ,including a door blower test , ductwork,air leakage, HVAC systems etc.
Based on the findings , the final HERS rating certificate of your new home is complete and submitted to your town’s building department office as part of the required documentation before the final inspection and the issuance of the Certificate of Occupancy for your New Custom Home On Cape Cod.
•There is many different , energy efficiency elements that play a significant role when Building a Net Zero Home on Cape Cod
Let’s dive into it!
•Net Zero Homes require Continues Insulation on all exterior walls and roof system.
At Pav Construction LLC , we use the highest quality materials, such as Zip R Sheeting
Which is installed as the “sheeting” on all exterior walls of your New Net Zero Custom Home on Cape Cod. When it comes to the roof construction of your new home , we find as best practice, to first apply ¾” plywood, installed on top of your roof rafters, we then install a 2” foam board on top of that ,followed by another ¾” plywood , ones we are done with the sheeting and continuous insulation of your walls and roof, we move on to the finish materials for your exterior walls and roof covering.
Inside your new custom home , we use a what’s by far the best insulation option , closed cell spray foam insulation, on your foundation walls , exterior walls and roof.
•Net Zero Homes Often Require a 400AMP electrical service to your new home , to support the “all electric home” . The 400AMP service is new to most people,it involves having two separate, 200amp panels which will feed your new home , ensuring enough electric power is being supplied to your new home.
Many people ask if natural gas or propane is allowed in a Net Zero Home Construction On Cape Cod, the answer is “Yes” , as long as the Natural Gas or Propane is being used for things like, whole house generator, gas fireplace or gas grill, and it’s not the home’s main source of heating fuel.
•Net Zero Homes are typically designed with high efficiency heat pump HVAC systems and hot water tanks.Due to the extreme tightness of the Net Zero Homes , an “ ERV “ (Energy Recovery Ventilator) units are installed which are integrated in to your home’s HVAC system and is set to automatically circulate the air and bring in fresh air.
•The best way to ensure a successful project, such as building a New Net Zero Custom Home on Cape Cod is by hiring the best, knowledgeable , Net Zero Construction expert – local to Cape Cod Builder such as Pav Construction LLC , we are the proven experts in Building Custom Homes and Net Zero Homes on Cape Cod with many successful projects under our belt ,we handle everything From the Design and Permitting to the Successful Completion of your New Net Zero Custom Home on Cape Cod. Rest Assured, Pav Construction LLC has you covered every step of the way!
•So Far , the Town of Truro ,MA , Eastham ,MA and Welfleet ,MA are the three towns that have adopted the what’s called Municipal Opt-In Code on Cape Cod.
•There is a certain criteria when Net Zero Home is Required by the town,in most cases the reason for the requirement is the size of the home, for instance, if you’re on the market to Build a large Custom Home in Truro , that is equal to or greater than 4,500 square feet, one , of the many other requirements would be to construct a Net Zero Home.
•Many Cape Cod Homeowners choose to Build a Net Zero Home , not because they’re required to , but because they value the energy efficiency and are willing to make the initial investment for a Better , Greener Home while doing their part in Helping the Environment.
•Let’s get real,there’s nothing like walking into your Custom Vacation Home here on Cape Cod , in the winter months after a long absence to see your thermostats reading 72 degrees temperature inside, while the heat is set to 60 degrees and the outdoor temperatures are in the low 20’s.
•When it comes to Net Zero Custom Home Building on Cape Cod , your best choice is to contact a highly reputable builder such as Pav Construction LLC who have the experience,expertise and capability to Design and Build your Net Zero Custom Home on Cape Cod while handling all the permitting processes and requirements.
•When working with Pav Construction LLC on your New Custom Home On Cape Cod , you know you’re in good hands and you are guaranteed a successful and timely completion of your New Custom Home on Cape Cod ,energy efficient design and greener homes, no matter what town on Cape Cod you’re in.
When searching for ,interviewing or otherwise selecting a Builder for your New Net Zero Custom Home On Cape Cod, you should consider the following:
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Ask for references , the references should be actual people you can talk to.
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Verify the Builder is Licensed and Insured according with the scope of services they provide.
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Talk to other Homeowners in the area ,Neighbours or family members that have used the Builder and ask for their experience.
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Visit jobsites the Builder is currently working on, that should include completed homes and homes that are currently under construction.
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Ask your Local Lumber Yards for references according with your specific project.
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Do your own online research,check reviews,pictures, ask for before and after pictures,check your local Home Builders and Remodelers Association, social media etc.
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Listen to what your gut is telling you.
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Ask the Builder how they handle unforeseen issues and what their change orders process is.
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Review Estimates / Budgets Thoroughly and ask questions, so you understand what is included and what is not.
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Ask your potential Builder, if the allowances are actually reflecting your needs and specifications , have been reviewed by and quoted by the different subcontractors and vendors as applicable to your specific project. This will help you understand if the quote is built correctly, based on your specific needs, or if it’s just a number the builder has relied on their sixth sense while crafting the estimate for one of your largest investments.
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Ask if the Builder uses Subcontractors and if so , who are the subcontractors they use.
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Create a clear expectation and what you’re looking for in a Builder and what the ideal Builder should look like for your specific project.
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Pav Construction LLC is locally recognised and respected Custom Home Builder on Cape Cod by many homeowners , lumber yards ,Local Vendors and Suppliers , Online Sources ,Architects,Designers,Homeowners Associations and Local Organisations for our continuous strive for exceptional customer satisfaction, high quality ,high efficiency homes and transparent Design and Building processes. We are well known for our unparalleled expertise,Transparency and Ability to Design , Permit, Build and manage your New Custom Home or Remodeling of your Home On Cape Cod. We are proud to say , that most of our business , comes from our past and current Client Referrals to their Family members , Friends and Neighbours as well as many repeat Clients.
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