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New Homes provide Eco-Friendly Benefits

The dream of owning a new home can be exciting in so many ways but you may not realize the benefits to both the environment and your wallet when you buy a new construction home. Homes today are built to much higher standards than in the past and these newer materials and products provide you with a great starting point on your journey to live a more eco-conscience life.

Zero Energy Ready Home Building

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Discover the future of living in our newly built Zero Energy Ready Home! Nestled in a serene neighborhood, this state-of-the-art home promises unparalleled energy efficiency, sustainability, and comfort. Designed with your future in mind, every aspect of this home ensures minimal environmental impact while maximizing living standards.

Embrace the innovation of a home that significantly reduces your energy bills through high-performance insulation, airtight construction, and energy-efficient windows. Enjoy consistent indoor temperatures and superior air quality, thanks to our advanced ventilation systems. This house is not just a dwelling; it's a commitment to a healthier lifestyle and planet.

Ready for tomorrow, our home comes pre-equipped for easy installation of renewable energy solutions, like solar panels, allowing you to achieve net-zero energy consumption and live virtually utility-free. Beyond savings, you're investing in a property that stands out for its eco-friendly features, ensuring a higher resale value in the future.

Be part of this exclusive home leading the way in sustainable living. Our Zero Energy Ready Home doesn't just offer a place to live; it offers a healthier, more sustainable way of life. Step into the future today and make a lasting impact for generations to come.

HERS Rating System

From day one we have designed your home with the latest efficiencies and have worked closely with RESNET (Residential Energy Services Network) to monitor our results. RESNET's ranks homes according to their HERS (Home Energy Rating) index. The lower the HERS score is the more efficient your home is! Check out the table below for a quick look at just how much you could be saving annually when you buy a new home over a used one, up to $2,000 annually saved in some cases. You can also see below that Robertson Homes' construction standard even go beyond the current energy code's standard.

Robertson Homes was one of the first builders in Birmingham Michigan to build a LEED certified home and we have built many more to LEED standards. For the past several years we have also been future proofing our entry level town home garages with EV car charger preps. While always building beyond code minimums, Robertson Homes is keeping the future in mind and taking steps to become the first production Michigan builder to build Net Zero homes.

Top Energy Saving Features

Here are some of the main aspects of your new home that will contribute to a greener home

Enhanced Insulation installation and products
Full height foundation insulation
High efficiency HVAC Systems
Energy saving appliances
Low-E insulated doors and windows
High performance plumbing systems
Cutting edge ventilation
Nelson Energy Seal – Robertson Homes has partnered with D. R. Nelson, a company that is dedicated to specifically addressing air sealing / shell tightening

Learn more about D. R. Nelson here: https://www.drnelson.com/

What Our Homebuyers Are Saying

Jeff Watkins (building superintendent) and Virginia Cox (sales rep) were extremely helpful and friendly throughout the entire buying and after move-in process, making sure everything was correct and to our expectations. We will be very happy with our new home for years to come.