Objective: To make a cost-conscious, environmentally-friendly update to this 1964 Three (3) bedroom, 1 ½ bath brick veneer home that will maintain its original character, modernize the look and feel, and reduce the operating
cost of the home while maintaining a healthy living environment.
cost of the home while maintaining a healthy living environment.
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Goals:
1) Reuse, Reduce, Recycle
a. Reuse as much of the materials found on-site as possible during
the renovation
b. Locate affordable options for incorporating reusable (and recyclable)
materials into home renovation
i. Reclaimed wood
ii. Recycled Glass countertops
c. Reduce the amount of trash created during and after the renovation
i. Less than One 40 gal garbage bag of trash per week
ii. Enact behaviors such as reusable rags vs. paper towels
iii. Switch to more environmentally sensitive chemicals for cleaning
and household use
d. Recycle as much discarded material as possible
i. Carpet
ii. Metal
iii. Glass
iv. Smoke Detectors
2) Energy Conservation
a. Improve and Maintain HVAC system to run more efficiently
i. 68 degrees in winter, 78 degrees in summer
ii. Buy a programmable thermostat
iii. Insulate attic better (Icynene)
b. Buy Energy Star approved appliances whenever feasible
i. Refrigerator
ii. Washer
iii. Dishwasher
iv. Ceiling Fans
v. Ventilating Fans
vi. Battery Charging System
vii. Corded Phone
viii. DVD Player
ix. Home Audio
x. Television (When replacing)
c. Switch to CFL Light bulbs and fixtures
d. Manager Computers and computer components to minimize
power consumption
e. Transition to Gas Stove/Oven?
f. Energy Consumption Target 350 KWH per month by OCT 08
i. Oct 07 was at 1018 kwhs (YIKES!)
3) Building Envelope
a. Seal around doors, windows, baseboards, exterior walls,
attic, etc. to minimize conditioned air loss and reduce moisture
problems
4) Go Green
a. Eliminate VOCs and other dangerous compounds from building
and remodeling materials
b. Eliminate VOCs and other dangerious compounds from household
goods and products
5) Water Water Everywhere
a. Switch to Low Flow Toilets, Showerheads, Faucets, etc
i. Toto Aquia (Dual Flush)?
b. Collect Rainwater from Roof Drainage
c. Install Gutters on front of house and garage to move water
away from structure
d. Mitigate any water issues that arise
6) A Smart, Sensible Home
a. Structured Wiring?
b. X10
c. Upgrade electrical lines to wires with ground
d. Replace smoke detectors
i. Should be replaced every 10 years