Blazer Development - Earth Advantage™ Features 811 NE Brennan Lane, Hillsboro, Oregon

This home built by Blazer Development is certified as Earth Advantage. This means it has been designed to be better for you and better for the environment. All Earth Advantage homes include sustainable features that promote High Energy Efficiency, Healthier Indoor Air, Resource Efficiency, and Environmental Responsibility. The following Earth Advantage features can be found in this quality-built home

Blazer Development - Earth Advantage™ Features 811 NE Brennan Lane, Hillsboro, Oregon

. R-49 Attic Insulation reduces a home's heat loss in winter and heat gain in summer.

High Efficiency Windows reduce heat loss in the winter and heat gain in the summer through a low-E coating.

Furnace Ductwork Design & Seal prevents leaky duct systems and reduces contaminants from entering the home. .

Air to Air Heat Exchanger provides balanced airflow and recovers heat from outgoing air.

High Efficiency Gas Furnace operates more efficiently over a standard gas furnace.

Gas with Air Conditioning consists of a high efficiency gas furnace and air conditioner that perform year-round for indoor comfort.

High Efficiency Gas Water Heater reduces energy use through better design and efficiency.

Premium Efficiency Dishwasher saves energy through reduced demand for water and heating.

Compact Fluorescent Light Fixtures consume a fraction of the energy used by incandescent bulbs. Their longevity minimizes the need for continual replacements.

Healthier Indoor Air Features:

Whole House Ventilation with Fan Timers enhances indoor air quality by intermittently circulating fresh air in and exhausting old air out. .

Monolithic Air Barrier (slab on grade) eliminates radon and toxic gasses from a crawl space. Eliminates mold, mildew, and decomposition of wood associated with a foundation. Provides the longest life of any foundation system. .

Electronic Air Filters eliminate 97 percent of dust particulates. They are reusable and can last a very long time, requiring fewer raw materials and production processes.

Kiln-dried Hemlock and Fir Wood used for framing releases toxic gas when heated. Kiln drying accelerates the process and reduces the volume of toxic gas released in the home.

Stone or Solid Surface countertops provide a lasting durable surface that will not harbor mold, mildew, and bacteria while adding no chemicals to the indoor air.

Tile, Brick or Stone floors are durable and provide longevity and wear resistance to a wide range of uses and abuses while adding no chemicals to the air.