Don Holmes Properties
High Performance Homes
Energy Efficiency
Energy Efficiency
Green Built
Green Built North Texas was honored by the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) as their Green Building Program of the Year. The program's construction protocol addresses strategies for site development, water efficiency, energy efficiency, indoor air quality, materials usage and homeowner education.
Energy Star Certified
Recognized for energy efficiency and environmental sensitivity, each Don Holmes Properties Home is Energy star Certified making them at least 15% more efficient than 2007 Code Built Homes.
Blower Door Test
Air Leakage accounts for 1/3 of a home’s heat loss. To find any leaks we conduct home tightness tests, otherwise known as the blower door test.
HVAC Unit and Duct Sizing
We properly size the HVAC system using the industry standard Manual J, and size all ducts according the Air Conditioning Contractors of America Manual D and EPA standards.
Energy Star Rated Programmable Thermostats with Humidity control
With the programmable thermostat, you can control the amount of energy you use according to your schedule and lower your energy costs.
Energy Star rated Dishwasher
ENERGY STAR ® dishwashers use 25% less electricity than other dishwashers because they use less hot water and they save money over their lifetime.
Energy Star Ceiling Fans
ENERGY STAR is about 50% more efficient than conventional fan/light units.
ENERGY STAR compact fluorescent light bulb (CFL)
Uses 75 percent less energy and lasts about 10 times longer than an incandescent bulb.
High Efficiency 16 SEER two Stage Amana Heat Pump
SEER stands for Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio. It’s a number that describes how well air-conditioning equipment works. A higher SEER means better efficiency and lower energy bills.
R-410A refrigerant, the environmentally friendly refrigerant.
Third Party Energy Inspection
Outside inspection firm will conduct an inspection of the building envelope for all penetrations to assure your home meets all energy and quality standards.
