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Benefits of Building Green
Energy Savings
Five Star Energy Rating
Increased Insulation
State of the Art Lighting Systems
Air Tight Doors and Windows
Energy Saving Appliances
High Efficiency Heating and Cooling Systems
Comfort
Tighter Construction
Efficient Hot Water Systems
No Air Leaks
Environmental Impact
Water Conservation Features
Increased Use of Recycled Products
Reduced Toxic Emissions
Less Lumber Used
Less Landfiling
Healthy Home
Less Indoor Air Pollution
Fewer Asthma and Breathing Problems
MOBA Certified Green Builders
Scott Tafoya
(402) 981-3533
www.arcosantihomes.com
arcosanti@cox.net
Jeff Brau
(402) 289-2017
www.braubuilders.com
jeff@braubuilders.com
Glenn Vieselmeyer
(402) 597-8828
www.charterhomesomaha.com
charterhomes@cox.net
Rod Jeck
(402) 597-8828
www.jeckandcompany.com
rod@jeckandcompany.com
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Green Homes 101
By Doug Smeath
Making your home a greener place is a commitment to
yourself, your family, your community, and the world. But more than that, it
is a learning process. As exciting new technologies, products, and scientific
breakthroughs constantly emerge, staying educated on the hows—as
well as the whys—of maintaining a green home is the best way to ensure your
efforts are as effective and beneficial as possible. Learn
more.
9 Ways to Make Your Home More Energy
Efficient
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1.
Make sure your walls and
attic are well insulated.
2. Upgrade or replace windows.
3. Plant shade trees and shrubs around
your house.
4. Replace an older furnace with a
high-efficiency system.
5. Improve the efficiency of your hot
water system.
6. Replace incandescent lightbulbs with compact fluorescent lamps (CFLs).
7. If you buy a new refrigerator, don't
leave the old one plugged in.
8. Take advantage of new tax incentives
to improve your home.
9. Schedule an energy audit for more
expert advice on your home as a whole.
Go to http://greenhomeguide.com for more details
Congratulations
To Todd Menard of Todd Menard Construction for
achieving the best Energy Star rating in the OPPD network. Todd is a Custom Five Star Plus Energy Star
builder and recently completed a home that achieved a rating of 40. The previous low was rated 45.
To the MOBA members elected to the NSHBA Green Board of
Directors: Scott Tafoya, President; Rod Jeck, Treasurer, Jeff Brau and
Glenn Vieselmeyer
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