Energy Star

Built with energy-efficient systems and measures, a Segal and Morel ENERGY STAR Home is certified by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to be typically 20-30% more energy efficient than a standard home. That means you'll enjoy greater year-round comfort, quality, and savings on your energy bills for years to come.

The ENERGY STAR Homes program is part of the larger EPA ENERGY STAR program developed to promote energy-wise products and programs that help consumers save money while protecting the environment.

Segal and Morel ENERGY STAR Homes is committed to providing its' customers with energy efficient homes that are responsibly built to a higher standard, are "Green" and will provide exceptional comfort in all seasons. Segal and Morel has partnered with the EPA, electric and gas utilities to bring ENERGY STAR Homes to new homeowners.

How does a Segal and Morel home get Energy Star certified? (click to find out more)

Homes achieve this level of performance through a combination of energy-efficient improvements, including, Effective Insulation Systems, High-Performance Windows, Tight Construction and Ducts, Efficient Heating and Cooling Equipment, ENERGY STAR Qualified Lighting and Appliances. To ensure that a home meets ENERGY STAR guidelines, third-party verification by a certified Home Energy Rater (or equivalent) is required. This Rater works closely with the builder throughout the construction process to help determine the needed energy-saving equipment and construction techniques and conduct required on-site diagnostic testing and inspections to document that the home is eligible to earn the ENERGY STAR label.

Owning a Segal and Morel ENERGY STAR Home means you are saving money, increasing the comfort of your home - and protecting the environment.

• Energy cost savings - Offering an average savings of $50 a month, a Segal and Morel ENERGY STAR Home can help you free up cash for buying that new sofa or qualifying for a higher mortgage. In addition, higher quality equipment lasts longer and costs less to maintain over time.
• All-season comfort & indoor air quality - Tight construction, higher insulation levels and upgraded windows add up to a home that feels warmer in winter and cooler in summer. You will also experience less noise, fewer drafts and hot/cold spots, less airborne dust and reduced exposure to pollutants. Improved duct systems also provide balanced airflow to all rooms for superior comfort. And, builders receive incentives to offset some, if not all, of the added costs for these upgrades.
• Special mortgages - Building a Segal and Morel ENERGY STAR Home gives you access to national ENERGY STAR Mortgage Programs that reward energy efficiency. You can take advantage of lower interest rates, extra cash-back after closing, the ability to qualify for a larger mortgage, discounts on closing costs and reduced loan origination fees.
• Higher resale value - The upgrades found in a Segal and Morel ENERGY STAR Home result in years of lower utility bills, easily boosting the resale value of your home when it comes time to sell.
• Protecting the Environment - Segal and Morel ENERGY STAR Homes use less energy, helping to reduce the amount of air pollution created by household consumption. It's a natural way to help the environment and one more reason to feel good about building a Segal and Morel ENERGY STAR Home.