Braddock and Logan Homes

Believes building green builds true value. For over sixty years, Braddock & Logan has gone beyond industry standards to create homes of lasting value. Now the company is a proud participant of Build it Green™, a non-profit membership organization that focuses on building livable communities with enhanced energy efficiency and indoor air quality, while conserving resources and water. (www.builditgreen.org)

Braddock and Logan has also earned the ENERGY STAR® rating from the government by meeting EPA guidelines for energy efficiency. An ENERGY STAR® home from Braddock & Logan is designed to exceed the State's energy efficiency standards for residential building by at least 15% and may include other features that can make them 20-30% more energy efficient than typical homes. This can add up to thousands of dollars of savings for each homeowner. (www.energystar.gov)

Reduced energy bills are not the only benefit of "building green." An environmentally responsible home allows owners to enjoy both pride of ownership and the peace of mind that comes with living in a healthier home created by environmentally friendly building practices.

Braddock and Logan encourages homebuyers to visit their Build it Green™ & ENERGY STAR® communities (see listing).

Here are just a few of the ways Braddock & Logan builds "green":

• Use of Thermofoil barrier in attic, a reflective insulation that helps reduce heating and cooling bills and improve comfort level in the home. Thermofoil can also extend life of heating/cooling systems
• A Fresh Air Ventilation System which allows home to be ventilated with filtered air without opening windows; reduces outdoor dust, pollens and molds from entering
• High efficiency heating, ventilation & AC systems with environmentally responsible refrigerant keeps the home comfortable while guarding against global warming.
• Use of sealed ducts with R-6 insulation that are pressure-balanced to improve efficiency. Furnace is blower tested to ensure unfiltered air and contaminants are not drawn in
• ENERGY STAR® rated dishwasher
• Insulation that is made from 75% recycled materials
• All Braddock & Logan Green Communities recycle or reuse 50% or more of waste materials and have low water use landscaping.
• For added peace of mind, third-party experts inspect all homes to ensure these quality and environmental standards are in place.