Why Green?
Sustainability
As green building becomes more and more the norm in the construction industry, terms like "sustainable" and "eco-friendly" are used frequently with a variety of meanings. Builders and industry professionals often refer to "shades of green" in discussing the variations between green buildings.
Envision Prefab homes concentrate on utility savings, indoor air quality and comfort. As such, electric and water savings are extremely important in regards to affordable housing. Therefore, Envision Prefab homes feature energy saving devices such as smart-home lighting, power use meters, and optional solar power systems to offset electric use. Additionally, Envision Prefab uses only spray foam insulation to ensure proper sealing of gaps in the walls and roofs and to create a thermal envelope with R values at 90-95% efficiency, which results in smaller mechanicals, aiding to save electricity. All Envision Prefab homes are certified under the EPA's Energy Star program for modular homes, as a testament to their energy efficiency. Envision Prefab installs greywater recycling systems in all homes to cut a minimum of 30% water use, so that water closets are never flushed with drinking water. Optional rainwater collection systems which integrate into landscaping use can provide additional savings as well.
Indoor air quality is also of the utmost importance and can be found in Envision Prefab homes. All paints and primers used indoors are low or no VOC (volatile organic compound) paints. Our insulation is nontoxic, unlike the fiberglass insulation many builders use. Our homes feature air conditioning systems with optional HEPA filter additions to ensure air is cleaned, and, to keep residents healthy, our central vacuum systems filter out harmful particles, dust and allergens. Additionally, Envision Prefab offsets the carbon footprint of the construction, transportation and assembly of all homes through a partnership with TerraPass, a leading investor in renewable energy and carbon footprint balancing. Overall, the Envision system provides clients with healthy homes that cost less to purchase and less to operate, making sustainability affordable.
