Gradison Building Corp. is currently working on an upscale whole-house renovation project that incorporates several energy-conserving products and practices as well as sustainable materials.
Through smart design and construction, our approach to this extensive remodeling project will result in a healthy home for our client and will conserve natural resources. Not to mention lower utility bills and increased home value - both significant benefits to the homeowner.
The following is a partial list of green elements integrated into the project:
- Installation of Low-E glass windows with a U-factor of .28
- Older furnaces replaced with a geothermal heating and cooling system
- Desuperheater hot water heater (an energy saving device within the heat pump that recycles waste heat from the home to heat household water)
- ManiBloc PEX plumbing system (shorter runs, quieter and more efficient)
- Insulation - 5″ cellulose and ½ inch foam spray (on 2 x 6 frame)
- Fiber cement siding
- Metal roof
- Utilizing many local vendors and materials
- Natural Bamboo flooring throughout main level
- Direct vent sealed fireplaces (replaced older masonry fireplaces)
- Main structure was salvaged (less in landfill)
- Sea wall installed to prevent erosion
Most of the existing materials removed from the home including interior doors, windows, light fixtures, cabinets and some appliances were donated to BAGI for their annual garage sale held at the Habitat for Humanity ReStore.
Watch for updates on this exciting whole-house renovation.
Contact us today to discuss your green ideas or to schedule a consultation and remodeling assessment. We look forward to helping you with your next project.
