Why Build to Net Zero Standards

Value

• Achieves energy self-sufficiency, producing what it consumes throughout the year.
• Shields you from rising energy costs and financial uncertainty.
• Exceeds traditional construction standards with top-tier windows and superior insulation in walls and roofs.

Comfort

• Ensures year-round comfort with consistent indoor temperatures.
• Provides enhanced control over indoor air quality.
• Creates a peaceful, noise-free living environment by minimizing outside disturbances.

Sustainability

• Reduce your household’s environmental impact by curbing energy consumption and harnessing renewable energy technology.
• Conserve precious resources for the generations to come through the use of water-saving fixtures and eco-friendly appliances.

Standard Home

The standard home is built according to the Ontario Building Code (OBC). These regulations establish the minimum standards for health, safety, resource conservation, environmental integrity, and accessibility.

This is the baseline for new development in Ontario.

ENERGY STAR® Home

ENERGY STAR® is a recognized symbol for energy efficiency.

ENERGY STAR® for new homes use, on average, 20% less energy than a standard home (roughly the equivalent of running a refrigerator for 10 years*). This is achieved through features like more insulation, improved air tightness, energy efficient doors and windows, and better mechanical equipment.

Net Zero Ready Home

A Net Zero Ready home sits at the forefront of luxury and sustainability and is 50% more energy-efficient than a standard home.

This is achieved by taking the level of insulation and air tightness, and the efficiency of the windows and mechanical equipment to an even higher level of performance. A Net Zero Ready home is built with the infrastructure in place so that, as renewable energy systems like solar become more affordable and more efficient, your home is ready to adapt for the future.

Net Zero Home

A Net Zero home generates as much energy as it uses over the course of a year.

The same high-quality standards of construction and design as Net Zero Ready, provide exceptional efficiency, with the addition of solar panels for renewable energy. Every part of the home works together to provide a comfortable, quality, stress-free lifestyle.

Our Most Recent Net Zero Ready Home

• NET ZERO READY FEATURES
• Enhanced insulation in exposed floors, walls, and beneath the basement slab for consistent indoor comfort.
• An airtight building envelope, utilizing Aerobarrier technology to eliminate drafts and maintain even temperatures.
• Triple-pane windows for reduced heat loss and a quieter living environment.
• Multi-zone HVAC system with zoned thermostats for personalized temperature control in different zones.
• Efficient HVAC systems and Air-Source Heat Pumps for improved heating, cooling, and fresh air circulation.
• High-performance water fixtures (toilets, faucets, and showerheads) for significant water conservation.
• ENERGY STAR® Certified appliances to cut electricity bills.
• 100% high-efficiency LED lighting for reduced electricity costs.
• Energy Monitor to track and manage home energy consumption.
• NET ZERO FEATURES
• Solar panels for clean, renewable energy generation.
• Inverter to convert solar energy into usable home energy.
• Net energy meter, replacing the traditional hydro meter, measuring both energy consumption from and contribution to the power grid.