DOE Tour of Zero: Preston Haven by Thornhill Custom Homes, LLC
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Thornhill Custom Homes built this 6,471-square-foot custom home in Dallas, Texas, to the high performance criteria of the U.S. Department of Energy Zero Energy Ready Home (ZERH) program.
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White stucco walls reflect the sun, helping to minimize heat gain.
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The double-pane, wood and fiberglass-framed windows have low-e3 coatings to minimize heat transfer into the home in summer or out of the home in winter.
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Long-lasting LEDs save energy and require far fewer bulb changes than other types of lighting.
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ENERGY STAR appliances and ceiling fans add to energy savings.
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A tankless gas water heater supplies endless hot water to the low-flow faucets.
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Low-/no-VOC paints and finishes were used throughout the EPA Indoor airPLUS certified home.
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Custom-made floor and roof trusses were designed to allow straight runs for HVAC ducts.
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"When we learned it was a Zero Energy Ready Home, we felt like it was right for us.”
– Homeowner
"When we learned it was a Zero Energy Ready Home we felt like it was right for us. We wanted a larger home because we frequently entertain and have out-of-town visitors, but even with the additional space, our energy bills have been much lower than our previous homes.”
– Homeowner
