DOE Tour of Zero: Urban Prairie Street by Philgreen Construction / Revive

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Revive Properties and Philgreen Construction built this 1,620-square-foot production home in Fort Collins, Colorado, to the high performance criteria of the U.S. Department of Energy Zero Energy Ready Home (ZERH) program.
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Beneath the fiber cement and stone siding, the exterior walls are filled with blown cellulose.
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All of the homes in the development feature rooftop solar panels, ground source heat pumps, and staggered-stud wall construction.
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ENERGY STAR appliances and EPA WaterSense-labeled plumbing fixtures add to energy and water savings.
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LED lighting and ENERGY STAR ceiling fans supplement the natural light.
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High-efficiency double-pane windows provide daylight to nearly every room.
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Spray foam and rigid foam were used under the slabs while rigid foam wraps the exterior of the foundation walls.
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Rim joists were insulated with R-20 of open-cell spray foam.
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The underside of the roof deck was insulated with R-50 of open-cell spray foam, providing a conditioned space for the HVAC ducts. Heating and cooling is provided by a 3.6-COP ground-source heat pump.
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Extensive caulking and spray foam in the attic and at rim joists helped the building achieve draft-free (1.3 ACH 50) construction.
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“I am so proud of this home.”

– Homeowner

DOE Tour of Zero: Urban Prairie Street by Philgreen Construction / Revive: 1,620 square feet, HERS -11, $5 monthly energy bill, $2,150 annual savings, $94,200 saved in 30 years.
Key features: High-performance insulation system for enhanced quiet & comfort, comprehensive draft protection, fresh air system for cleaner indoor air, high-efficiency comfort system, energy-efficient appliances & advanced lighting technology to save ener
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“When I walk into the house it smells like fresh air.  So, even though it is maintaining an even temperature with little energy use, the air replacement is sufficient to keep a fresh-air feel. I am so proud of this home.”

– Homeowner

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