Green Building

What is Green Building?

We are proud to be part of the green home building movement! The word “Green” probably means something different to everybody.  There are lots of principals behind the green movement.  Some of the different areas that help make up green building are:

• Lot Design, Preparation and site layout
• Resource Efficiency
• Energy Efficiency
• Water Usage
• Indoor Air Quality
• Operation and Homeowner education
• Global and Environmental Impact

 Why should I build Green?

There are many good reasons!  The first is protecting the environment.  Some of the most pressing environmental issues  are our ever-increasing global population, dwindling fresh water supply and decreasing air quality.  Another reason for building green is that it can help you save money as well.  With rising cost of utilities, consumers are more concerned than ever about products that will keep utility bills in line.  Building green can improve your home’s air quality, which in turn can have a long-term effect on your heath.
If you are interested in adding and certifying your new home as a “Green Built” home, we are glad to include the services and guide you through the process.

Green Building Certification Programs:

 

Wisconsin Green Built Home

Wisconsin Green Built Home is a local verification program out of Madison that has published guidelines and requires independent or third party verification of Green Building techniques.  Belman Homes recently checked our George Ross model at 2220 Deer Path in Waukesha with the Green Built Home checklist and verifier. 60 Points is the minimum requirement for GBH designation. Our home scored a 108 without any significant modifications. If you are interested in more information about building Green Built Home or NAHB certified Green home please contact your salesperson for more information. We will gladly certify any of our homes or condominiums for you. We will continue to explore and investigate other Energy Efficient and Green Building techniques throughout the industry to keep you educated on your options.

National Association of Home Builders

The NAHB or National Association of Home Builders is now offering a nationally recognized Green Building Program.  It is much more stringent than the Wisconsin program and also relies on 3rd party inspections of standards or approved ANSI guidelines. It is more universal and carries more weight and recognition nationally.  Belman Homes recently completed our first NAHB Green Building model certification at 2118 Deer Path as it’s first NAHB National Green home. The program features Bronze, Silver, Gold, and Emerald levels that can be obtained by reaching a certain level of scores in each category.

 

Belman at the Forefront of Green Building

Don Belman Homes has been at the forefront of Green Building movement.  We were one of the first contractors in the area to install a Geothermal Heating and Cooling System. We are currently only one of 3 builders in the Metro-Milwaukee market to certify a home with the NAHB National Green Building Program, 2118 Deer Path, Waukesha.  David Belman currently is the Vice Chair of the MBA Green Building Council.  Belman Homes can also assist you with solar panels, solar hot water heating, geothermal, and other options on the market.  Many of which currently offer Federal and or State credits or rebates.

Stop out now and see a Belman NAHB Green Built home in Waukesha.