St. George, UT Green Home Builder – Ence Homes is pleased to announce that it has been recognized by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agence (EPA) with an ENERGY STAR Leadership in Housing Award. This award recognizes the important contribution Ence Homes has made in energry-efficient construction and environmental protection by building more than 100 ENERGY STAR-qualified homes. Collectively, these homes will save our customers approximately $44,700 on utility bills each year. To read the full article Click Here
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Attic Insulation — Blown-in R38 fiberglass fills in any void and keeps out the summer heat and winter cold to lower utility bills.
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Radiant Barrier — Reduces energy consumption by 35% and attic temperature by as much as 30 degrees. Now comes standard in all Ence Homes.
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High Performance Windows — These vinyl windows from AMSCO block 67% of all solar heat, providing energy efficiency with low maintenance.
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20.3 R-value wall system (see detailed image below).
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Insulated garage door.
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Sill Seal – prevent air and insect leaks.
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LED Lighting – 85% less energy usage.
Features of our energy efficient homes include:
- Effective Insulation
Properly installed insulation that meets or exceeds national code requirements helps achieve even temperatures throughout the house while using less energy. The result is lower utility costs and a quieter, more comfortable home.
- High-Performance Windows
Advanced window coatings help keep heat in during winter and out during summer. They also block damaging ultraviolet sunlight that can discolor carpets and furniture.
- Tight Construction and Tight Ducts
Attention to detail by sealing all holes, cracks, and seams in ducts and construction assemblies helps eliminate drafts, moisture, dust, pests, and pollen. This improves comfort and the quality of indoor air, while lowering maintenance costs.
- Energy-Efficient Heating and Cooling Equipment
More efficient and properly sized heating and cooling systems use less energy, which reduces utility bills. These systems also turn on and off less frequently, removing more humidity and providing better comfort.
What is a HERS Rating?
Ence Homes use a third-party home energy rating partner who rates each home. A “Home Energy Rating” involves an analysis of a home’s construction plans and onsite inspections. Based on the home’s plans, the Home Energy Rater uses an energy efficiency software package to perform an energy analysis of the home’s design. This analysis yields a projected, pre-construction HERS Index. The rater then conducts onsite inspections, typically including a blower door test (to test the leakiness of the house) and a duct test (to test the leakiness of the ducts). Results of these tests, along with inputs derived from the plan review, are used to generate the HERS Index score for the home.
The HERS Index score is a scoring system established by RESNET in which a home built to the specifications of the HERS Reference Home (based on the 2006 International Energy Conservation Code) scores a HERS Index of 100, while a net zero energy home scores a HERS Index of 0. Ence Homes average HERS Index score is 56, which indicates an energy savings of 44% compared to a base home.
What is WaterSense?
WaterSense fixtures are important for your home because they are designed to be more efficient in their use of water. By using WaterSense-labeled faucets, showerheads, toilets, and other fixtures, you can reduce your water usage and lower your water bills. WaterSense fixtures also help conserve water, a valuable natural resource, by reducing the amount of water needed to perform everyday tasks. Additionally, using WaterSense fixtures in our homes can help reduce strain in Southern Utah on water infrastructure and help protect the environment by conserving water resources.
Welcome to Ence Homes
Ence Homes has model homes scattered across the St. George area. Each community has something unique to offer for your new home. If it's the beautiful views of the Red Mountain or the recreation of Sand Hollow Reservoir you prefer we have a community to meet your needs. Ence Homes has been one of the top new home builders in Southern Utah for over 50 years. Please call our new homes specialist for help in finding the right community for you, 435.215.7062.
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The Building Process
When building with Ence Homes you will get to work with the best in the business. A sales executive will help you choose the lot and home that best fits your needs. After deciding what home and homesite you want you will have a professional designer help you make your color choices to ensure that the home fits the style you want and within your budget. After that you will have a project manager ensuring that your home is built to the high standards that we hold here at Ence Homes. When you move into your new home we will be there with a 10 year limited home warranty.
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