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Proud Green Home St. Louis to Ease Family’s Allergy Issues

9/29/2014

Zehnder is proud to be part of the Proud Green Home of St. Louis high-performance home. This project is currently under construction for the Kuentz family, whose son faces environmental allergy issues.  The Proud Green Home will place a special focus on indoor air quality to ensure that the indoor environment is comfortable for all the inhabitants. What Is a Proud Green Home? The Proud Green Home of St. Louis will be a 3,700 square foot home nestled within a St. Louis

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Energy-Efficient Home Design

8/13/2014

With greater energy efficiency awareness and stricter building codes, many homeowners are shifting toward a more energy-efficient home design. An energy-efficient home design has a number of benefits for homeowners, as well as the environment. With proper planning, homeowners can build a home that will have long-term cost and energy savings as well as increased comfort. When designing and building an energy-efficient home, homeowners can select from a number of standards and guidelines for the level of efficiency they wish to

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Financing an Energy-Efficient Home

8/8/2014

In addition to the benefits of energy savings, ongoing cost savings and greater comfort, homeowners who opt for energy-efficient homes can also receive financial incentives. Energy-efficient home financing can benefit those who are buying, refinancing, selling, or remodeling a home with certain energy efficiency options. Those who are shopping for an energy-efficient home may be eligible to receive an energy-efficient mortgage (EEM). Energy-Efficient Home Financing A common concern with home energy efficiency upgrades is the upfront costs associated with these projects. It’s

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The New California Building Energy Efficiency Standards: What’s Changed?

7/18/2014

The 2013 California Building Energy Efficiency Standards went into effect on July 1, 2014. The 2013 standards improve on the 2008 Standards for new construction of, and additions and alterations to, residential and nonresidential buildings. Below are summarized the major HVAC changes from the 2008 standard to the 2013 standard. As energy-efficient codes and standards increase, there is an increased need for mechanical fresh ventilation. For help with your Heat or Energy Recovery Ventilation strategy, please contact us at info@zehnderamerica.com. 2013 Residential HVAC Building

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