Stanton Homes - Building Green in the Triangle: January 2010

ADA and Wheelchair Accessible Homes

Looking for accessible homes in the Raleigh, NC area?

If you or a family member has special needs, Stanton Homes can work with you to build a fully-accessible home, in the budget you're aiming at.

Check out this just-completed accessible home, featuring an elevator, fantastic master suite, and much more!

Looking for an accessible or Aging in Place home? 

Here are some of the options you may want to consider including:

Accessible Custom Home Features

Bathrooms

· Roll In Showers

· Built In Shower Benches

· Grab Bars

· Room for Maneuvering (5 Foot Minimum Diameter)

· Knee Space Under Countertops/Reduced Height Countertops

Kitchen

· Room for Maneuvering

· Reduced Height Countertops

· Built-in Range Countertops with Front Controls and Knee Space Below

· Pull-Out Shelving (Slide Out Shelves)

· Accessible Electric Outlets and Switches

· Roll-Under Kitchen Sinks

Accessible Homes

· Ramps and Walkways

· Enlarged Garage

· Egress (exit) Door From Bedroom

· Enlarged Hallways and Doorways

· Non-Slip Flooring

· Low Pile Carpet

· Turning Radius in Laundry Room

No matter which features you're looking for, we'll incorporate them into your new home.

Have a floor plan you love - but it needs to allow for special considerations? Stanton Homes can modify it to meet your specifications.

Stanton Homes has the kind of experience you're looking for, with the fabulous signature details you'll want to include in your new home.

Green means something different to everyone.  At Stanton Homes, we're making it easier by offering a variety of green home certification and green feature packages. 

A green home will help homeowners:

• Reduce Greenhouse Gas
• Save Money Every Month
• Lower Maintenance
• Increase Comfort
• Have Healthier Indoor Air
• Invest in the Future

What are some of the most popularly requested features? 

Energy Wise Package

Energy Wise Foam Insulation Package

• Foam insulation on all exterior walls with Bayer closed cell foam
• Foam insulate roof and garage ceiling with Icynene open cell foam
• Energy Wise guarantee - written guarantee of 50 to 70% savings for heating and cooling costs, year round
• Engineering services for correct sizing of HVAC units
• Air sealed caulking package

A recently completed 2800+ sq ft home in Chatham County was guaranteed to cost no more than $80 per month for heating and cooling.  This is a written guarantee!   

ENERGY STAR Certification

ENERGY STAR Certification is recommended for every home.  An ENERGY STAR certified home uses about 15% less energy, per the program guidelines.  And in the Raleigh area, an ENERGY STAR certified home also qualifies for a 5% monthly discount on energy costs! 

Tankless (Instant) Hot Water Heaters

A tankless hot water heater can save up to 40% on energy costs for your hot water needs.  Tankless hot water heaters also provide continuous hot water with no fluctuation in temperature - handy if the whole family needs a shower in the morning! 

Solar Hot Water Heaters

Solar hot water heaters can save 50-80% on hot water energy costs.  Solar water heaters are partnered with either a traditional electric or gas tank water heater, or a tankless water heater, for those days when the sun is not sufficient to provide for full hot water needs. 

Sealed Crawl Space

A sealed crawl space can make your home more comfortable, reduce seasonal stresses on flooring, increase indoor air quality, and help reduce energy costs by making sure all ductwork is within conditioned space.

Green Home Certification

A certified green home can have any or all of the above features.  Certified green homes are verified by third party inspectors, and meet requirements for each of seven standard categories.

• Lot Design, Preparation, and Development
• Resource Efficiency
• Energy Efficiency
• Water Efficiency
• Indoor Environmental Quality
• Operation, Maintanence, and Education

Common features in a certified green home can include:

• Conservation of natural resources
• Native or regionally appropriate landscaping with water usage in mind
• Rainwater collection
• Well planned, smaller homes with a minimal footprint
• Renewable materials
• Water efficient plumbing fixtures
• ENERGY STAR certification
• Energy efficient lighting
• Dedicated recycle areas

and much more.  We'll work with you to determine the very best green package for your lifestyle, budget, floorplan, and location.