Bryland, Inc. Builds ENERGY STAR^® Qualified New Homes

Here are some Frequently asked questions about ENERGY STAR Qualified Homes:

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Buz & Arlene Gray

What are ENERGY Star Qualified New Homes?
All ENERGY STAR qualified new homes are certified to meet EPA's strict guidelines for energy efficiency and certification is verified by an independent third party. If you are a high volume builder you may have on of your own employees who has been certified, test the houses. BRYLAND, Inc. has an Independent 3rd party test all their homes. All ENERGY STAR qualified new homes receive the ENERGY STAR label, indicating to consumers that these energy-efficient homes are more comfortable, more durable, cost less to own, and are good for the environment.

Does an energy-efficient home cost more?
No. An ENERGY STAR qualified new home actually costs less because you will spend less on your new home's utility bill each month. These energy savings can more than offset any increase in mortgage payments needed for the improved energy features and can result in a positive monthly cash flow.

What are ENERGY STAR's energy efficiency guidelines for new homes?
To earn the ENERGY STAR label, a home must be verified to be at least 20% more energy-efficient in its heating, cooling and water heating than a comparable home built to the 1993 Model Energy Code (MEC), and 15% more efficient than the state energy code. Bryland Homes historically test at a 40% energy saving.  The ENERGY STAR label is earned only after the home's energy efficiency is verified, either by an independent third-party such as an accredited home energy rater (BOP) verifier, or by adhering to the quality control procedures established for HUD-code manufactured homes.

Do energy-efficient homes look different?
No, builders and developers constructing ENERGY STAR qualified new homes do not have to alter their architectural designs. An ENERGY STAR qualified new home can be built in whatever style the consumer prefers or is most popular in a particular geographic region.

Benefits of a Bryland ENERGY STAR Qualified New Home

ENERGY STAR qualified new homes by BRYLAND offer:

“Thank you for building us the house of our dreams! We love it here more and more each day. You were wonderful to work with and we'd recommend you to anyone looking to build a home.”
Dan & Karen Getman

A Label Backed by the Government
All ENERGY STAR qualified new homes built by BRYLAND are certified by independent third party to meet EPA's & NYSERDA’s strict guidelines for energy efficiency.

Lower Utility Costs
ENERGY STAR qualified new homes built by BRYLAND use substantially less energy for heating, cooling, and water heating. Homeowners can expect to save about 40% of  their annually on their utility bills.  You may have an ENERGY STAR home built by others with only a 20% energy saving.

Increased Comfort
The energy-efficient features of ENERGY STAR qualified new homes keep out excessive heat, cold, and noise, and ensure consistent temperatures between and across rooms - making these homes more comfortable to live in.

A Better Future
Millions of consumers who have purchased an ENERGY STAR qualified new home are helping to reduce our nation's energy needs and building a cleaner environment for the future.

Higher Resale
All Bryland Homes will have a higher resale value simply because of their ENERGY STAR qualifications.