Green Elements

Amos Construction Inc.s' "green" elements include:

Engineered wood products such as laminated beams, floor joints, and oriented strand board that are manufactured with fast-growing, renewable timber
Prefabricated wall panels and trusses manufactured at Wausau Homes facilities to reduce wasted lumber, scrap, and trash
R38 (or higher) blown fiberglass attic insulation to conserve energy
House wrap and air-sealing to reduce air infiltration and reduce energy use
Low-flow plumbing fixtures to conserve water
High-performance windows with low E glass for reduced energy use
90+% efficient furnaces to reduce the use of fossil fuels
R 13 foundation insulation
Foundation water proofing
Vinyl siding on exterior walls saves money on installation and maintenance; fiber cement siding is termite and water resistant.
Incorporating passive solar design features like large, south-facing windows helps heat the home in the winter and allows for increased natural day lighting.
Low-toxic adhesives, paints and sealants protect indoor air quality.

Amos Construction Inc.s' "green" elements can also include:

Energy Star®-rated appliances save an average of 30 percent over standard models.
Recycled plastic lumber and wood composite materials reduce reliance on chemically treated lumber and durable hardwood for decks.
Geothermal heat pumps work with the Earth's renewable energy and can also heat water.

Built Green. Maybe we should have called it Built Better.

Yes, a Built Green home is environmentally friendly. But perhaps even more impressive is all it will do for you and your family. A Built Green home requires less maintenance, provides cleaner indoor air, is built with higher quality materials and will actually save you money.

*The range of benefits listed here are some of the items that Amos Construction, Inc. builds "green" with. They may not be included or available in every home.