STEVE’S CUSTOM HOMES,INC.
© STEVE’S CUSTOM HOMES,INC. ALL RIGHT RESERVED WORLD WIDE 2022
Design Builders of Custom Energy Efficient Green Homes
BUILDING IN: ME, NH, VT, MA
WHAT IS NET ZERO?
A Net Zero
building,
also known as
“zer
o
energy” building, means a
building
wit
h
a
net
energy consumption and
net
carbon
emissions of
zero
over the
span
of
a
y
ear
.
The
buildings
can either be
connected
to
t
he
grid or
independent and additional energy
can be
harvested,
on
site,
through a v
ar
ie
ty
of
sources: solar,
wind, etc. This is
done
in
conjunction
with efficient
construction,
HVAC,
and water
syst
ems.
The end
result is
a
home that
costs
significantly less to
operate,
can
be
constructed
quickly, is
durable,
with
less
maintenance and
is more
comfortable
and
draft fr
ee.
By working from the very start in the design process with this goal in mind. Net-
zero homes achieve their energy efficiency with a key two sides equation.
1.) The home design must be as energy efficient as possible so they require less
energy.
2.) It must maximize the use of on-site energy sources. Steve’s custom homes,
Inc. takes this equation one step further by keeping in mind our customer’s
needs. We like to use solar as our main energy source but many other options
are available to produce enough energy to power the home on their own,
achieving a net zero in-take of grid energy. Translated in a 12-month period of
time your new homes total energy cost will be zero!
The main components are energy efficiency and working from a holistic design is
principle to achieving net zero. This is accomplished by working with the site, the
climate, and taking advantage of renewable energy sources. Because of this
typically, net zero homes are newly built, not retrofitted. Building materials and
systems are extremely important to achieving zero energy, beginning with a
smart design is key to a successful outcome.
Benefits of building a Net Zero home?:
Reduced air conditioning needs in summer
A more durable home, which means it will outlive standard homes and cost less to maintain.
No heat distribution system to operate, maintain and upgrade
A home with a much greater resale value
Better quality of life - Healthier air quality (lack of mold), natural light, thermal comfort
Heat security - Almost every heat distribution system short of a woodstove relies on electricity to operate.
The 1998 ice storm that hit northern U.S. states drove tens of thousands from their homes for lack of heat,
and reminded us how our very survival depends on the electrical grid. In the event of an extended power
outage,
In the long run a net zero home will cost less
With Energy Smart cost effective design and construction, the energy saving features and solar collectors for a Net zero home may add 5 to 10% over the cost
of a similar sized code complaint home after incentives and rebates. Keeping in mind, the average monthly energy savings on the Net zero home will be
significantly greater than the added monthly mortgage payment. Because of this savings, the total cost of ownership of a cost effective Net zero home will be
less than that of a comparable code compliant home, creating positive cash flow from day one.
The average energy efficient home takes 6 to 8 mouths to complete
Depending on the size finishes and complexity of design details. This time frame does not include design and permitting proses. However if completion time
needs to be expedited for whatever reason Steve’s Custom Homes,Inc. have several building methods to speed building and completion times.
If your new home project requires financing
The most important factor when looking for a financial lender to finance your new home project is find one that has a
true understanding of how a energy efficient home works and the added value it carries. Steve’s custom homes has
worked with many lenders and would be happy to recommend A few for you to pick from. In most cases construction
funding that rolls into an end mortgage works the best.
See the You Tube video embedded below. All though this is one of his older
videos .Phil Kaplan of Kaplan Thompson Architects,in my opinion in this video
Phil gives the best explanation of Net-Zero using one of his projects. We have
worked with Phil and his firm on many projects and would highly recommend
them.
CERTIFIED
SOLAR POWER
PROVIDERS
STEVE’S CUSTOM HOMES,INC.
© STEVE’S CUSTOM HOMES,INC. ALL
RIGHT RESERVED WORLD WIDE 2024
WHAT IS NET ZERO?
A Net Zero
building,
also known as
“zer
o
energy” building,
means a
building
wit
h
a
net
energy consumption and
net
carbon
emissions of
zero
over the
span
of
a
y
ear
.
The
buildings
can either be
connected
to
t
he
grid or
independent and additional energy
can be
harvested,
on
site,
through a v
ar
ie
ty
of
sources: solar,
wind, etc. This is
done
in
conjunction
with efficient
construction,
HVAC,
and
water
syst
ems.
The end result is
a
home that
costs
significantly less to
operate,
can
be
constructed
quickly, is
durable,
with
less
maintenance and
is more
comfortable
and
draft fr
ee.
By working from the very start in the design process with this goal
in mind. Net-zero homes achieve their energy efficiency with a
key two sides equation.
1.) The home design must be as energy efficient as possible so
they require less energy.
2.) It must maximize the use of on-site energy sources. Steve’s
custom homes, Inc. takes this equation on step further by
keeping in mind our customer’s needs. We like to use solar as
our main energy source but many other options are available to
produce enough energy to power the home on their own,
achieving a net zero in-take of grid energy. Translated in a 12-
month period of time your new homes total energy cost will be
zero!
The main components are energy efficiency and working from a
holistic design is principle to achieving net zero. This is
accomplished by working with the site, the climate, and taking
advantage of renewable energy sources. Because of this
typically, net zero homes are newly built, not retrofitted. Building
materials and systems are extremely important to achieving zero
energy, beginning with a smart design is key to a successful
outcome.
Benefits of building a Net Zero home?:
Reduced air conditioning needs in summer
A more durable home, which means it will outlive standard homes and cost less
to maintain.
No heat distribution system to operate, maintain and upgrade
A home with a much greater resale value
Better quality of life - Healthier air quality (lack of mold), natural light, thermal
comfort
Heat security - Almost every heat distribution system short of a woodstove relies
on electricity to operate. The 1998 ice storm that hit northern U.S. states drove
tens of thousands from their homes for lack of heat, and reminded us how our
very survival depends on the electrical grid. In the event of an extended power
outage,
In the long run a net zero home will cost less
With Energy Smart cost effective design and construction, the energy saving features
and solar collectors for a Net zero home may add 5 to 10% over the cost of a similar
sized code complaint home after incentives and rebates. Keeping in mind, the
average monthly energy savings on the Net zero home will be significantly greater
than the added monthly mortgage payment. Because of this savings, the total cost of
ownership of a cost effective Net zero home will be less than that of a comparable
code compliant home, creating positive cash flow from day one.
The average energy efficient home takes 6 to 8
mouths to complete
Depending on the size finishes and complexity of design details. This time frame
does not include design and permitting proses. However if completion time needs
to be expedited for whatever reason Steve’s Custom Homes,Inc. have several
building methods to speed building and completion times.
If your new home project requires financing
The most important factor when looking for a financial lender
to finance your new home project is find one that has a true
understanding of how a energy efficient home works and the
added value it carries. Steve’s custom homes has worked
with many lenders and would be happy to recommend A few
for you to pick from. In most cases construction funding that
rolls into an end mortgage works the best.
See the You Tube video embedded below. All though this is
one of his older videos .Phil Kaplan of Kaplan Thompson
Architects,in my opinion in this video Phil gives the best
explanation of Net-Zero using one of his projects. We have
worked with Phil and his firm on many projects and would
highly recommend them.
STEVE’S CUSTOM HOMES,INC.
Quality & Experience For those Who Prefer It . Serving New England Since 1985
WHAT IS NET ZERO?
A Net Zero
building,
also known as
“zer
o
energy” building, means a
building
wit
h
a
net
energy consumption and
net
carbon
emissions
of
zero
over the
span
of
a
y
ear
.
The
buildings
can either be
connected
to
t
he
grid or
independent and additional energy
can
be
harvested,
on site,
through a v
ar
ie
ty
of
sources: solar,
wind,
etc. This is
done
in
conjunction
with efficient
construction,
HVAC,
and
water
syst
ems.
The end result is
a
home that
costs
significantly less
to
operate,
can
be
constructed
quickly, is
durable,
with
less
maintenance and
is more
comfortable
and
draft fr
ee.
By working from the very start in the design process with this
goal in mind. Net-zero homes achieve their energy efficiency with
a key two sides equation.
1.) The home design must be as energy efficient as possible so
they require less energy.
2.) It must maximize the use of on-site energy sources. Steve’s
custom homes, Inc. takes this equation on step further by
keeping in mind our customer’s needs. We like to use solar as
our main energy source but many other options are available to
produce enough energy to power the home on their own,
achieving a net zero in-take of grid energy. Translated in a 12-
month period of time your new homes total energy cost will be
zero!
The main components are energy efficiency and working from a
holistic design is principle to achieving net zero. This is
accomplished by working with the site, the climate, and taking
advantage of renewable energy sources. Because of this
typically, net zero homes are newly built, not retrofitted. Building
materials and systems are extremely important to achieving zero
energy, beginning with a smart design is key to a successful
outcome.
Benefits of building a Net Zero home?:
Reduced air conditioning needs in summer
A more durable home, which means it will outlive standard homes and cost less to maintain.
No heat distribution system to operate, maintain and upgrade
A home with a much greater resale value
Better quality of life - Healthier air quality (lack of mold), natural light, thermal comfort
Heat security - Almost every heat distribution system short of a woodstove relies on electricity to
operate. The 1998 ice storm that hit northern U.S. states drove tens of thousands from their
homes for lack of heat, and reminded us how our very survival depends on the electrical grid. In
the event of an extended power outage,
In the long run a net zero home will cost less
With Energy Smart cost effective design and construction, the energy saving features and solar collectors for a Net
zero home may add 5 to 10% over the cost of a similar sized code complaint home after incentives and rebates.
Keeping in mind, the average monthly energy savings on the Net zero home will be significantly greater than the
added monthly mortgage payment. Because of this savings, the total cost of ownership of a cost effective Net zero
home will be less than that of a comparable code compliant home, creating positive cash flow from day one.
The average energy efficient home takes 6 to 8 mouths to complete
Depending on the size finishes and complexity of design details. This time frame does not include design and
permitting proses. However if completion time needs to be expedited for whatever reason Steve’s Custom
Homes,Inc. have several building methods to speed building and completion times.
If your new home project requires financing
The most important factor when looking for a financial lender to finance your new home
project is find one that has a true understanding of how a energy efficient home works and
the added value it carries. Steve’s custom homes has worked with many lenders and
would be happy to recommend A few for you to pick from. In most cases construction
funding that rolls into an end mortgage works the best.
See the You Tube video embedded below. All though this is one of his older
videos .Phil Kaplan of Kaplan Thompson Architects,in my opinion in this video
Phil gives the best explanation of Net-Zero using one of his projects. We have
worked with Phil and his firm on many projects and would highly recommend
them.
