Energy Star
Better Is Better
energy star it’s the little label with a big message.
We are proud to offer Chicago Energy Star homes that will earned the ENERGY STAR label because it means your home has been designed and built to standards well above most other homes on the market today.
- Better quality
- Better comfort
- Better durability
- Reduced utility and maintenance costs
Peace of mind
The result of a home that’s built better. With the ENERGY STAR label on your new home, you can be confident that it will deliver and has been built better from the ground up.
- Meets strict requirements set by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
- Tried-and-true best building practices
- More inspections and testing by certified professionals
Enduring quality.
Better systems make all the difference. A new home is a big investment, so it’s important that it be designed with features built to last. - A complete Thermal Enclosure System with comprehensive air sealing, quality-installed insulation, and high-performance windows
- A high-efficiency Heating, Ventilation, and Cooling System
- A comprehensive Water Management System to protect roofs, walls, and foundations from moisture damage
- Energy-Efficient Lighting and Appliances
Wall-to-wall comfort.
A better way to live. From the moment you walk in the door of your ENERGY STAR certified home, you’ll see, feel, and hear the difference.
- Efficiently delivered comfort, controlled humidity, and reduced noise
- A constant supply of fresh, filtered air, reducing indoor pollutants, dust, pollen, and other allergens
- Consistent temperatures and diminished drafts throughout the entire home
Proven value. - A better investment for today
and tomorrow. ENERGY STAR certified new homes offer better energy efficiency and performance compared to other homes. - At least 10% more energy efficient than homes built to code and achieve a 20% improvement on average
- Better resale value if it comes time to sell
Better is Better.
More than a mark of efficiency, the ENERGY STAR label is also a symbol of trust, quality, and responsible stewardship of the environment that we all live in. Buying a new home is a big decision. So it helps to start with the promise of peace of mind, enduring quality, wall-to-wall comfort, and proven value. You’ll find that promise with ENERGY STAR.
ENERGY STAR® is the simple choice for energy efficiency. For 25 years, EPA’s ENERGY STAR program has been America’s resource for saving energy and protecting the environment. Learn more about ENERGY STAR certified new homes at energystar.gov/newhomes.
enduring quality.
Better systems
make all the difference.
Purchasing a new home is a big investment, so you want to be sure that it’s built to last. With an ENERGY STAR certified new home, that means starting with a fully-integrated approach to home building. This comprehensive method delivers systems that work together to provide better performance and an overall superior level of quality, especially when compared to most resale homes on the market today.
Your builder has designed a home that includes value-adding energy efficiency features and components, and the best combination of materials and equipment that will work together to deliver better performance. Many of these important features are out of sight—behind walls, in the attic, and under the foundation. But these hidden details can have a huge impact on your experience living in your new home.
ENERGY STAR certified new homes include features like:
- A complete Thermal Enclosure System with comprehensive
air sealing, quality-installed insulation, and high-performance windows, to deliver improved comfort and lower utility bills. - A high-efficiency Heating, Ventilating, and Cooling System that is designed and installed for optimal performance.
- A comprehensive Water Management System to protect roofs, walls, and foundations from moisture damage.
- Energy-Efficient Lighting and Appliances to help keep utility bills low, while providing high-quality performance and longevity.
You don’t need to understand all the details of the building science and energy-efficient features that went into the construction of your ENERGY STAR certified new home. But once you move in, you’ll be glad your builder did.
Enduring quality. Better systems make all the difference.
why build energy star
about water sense
WaterSense, a voluntary partnership program sponsored by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), is both a label for water-efficient products and a resource for helping you save water.
The WaterSense label makes it simple to find water-efficient products, new homes, and programs that meet EPA’s criteria for efficiency and performance. WaterSense-labeled products and services are certified to use at least 20 percent less water, save energy, and perform as well as or better than regular models.
WaterSense partners with manufacturers, retailers and distributors, homebuilders, irrigation professionals, and utilities to bring WaterSense to your community. Our partnerships encourage innovation in manufacturing and support sustainable jobs for American workers.
