DOE Tour of Zero: The Galway by Tim O'Brien Homes

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Tim O’Brien Homes built this 6,333-square-foot custom home in Sun Prairie, Wisconsin, to the high performance criteria of the U.S. Department of Energy Zero Energy Ready Home (ZERH) program.

Photo courtesy of Tim O'Brien Homes

“When we moved into our first [DOE ZERH] home, we couldn’t believe the amount of money we were saving just by what they were doing on their standard specifications.”
– Homeowner

The Galway by Tim O'Brien Homes: 6,333 square feet, HERS 32, $180 average energy bill, $1,750 annual savings, $85,500 saved over 30 years.

Key features list: High-performance insulation system for enhanced quiet and comfort, comprehensive draft protection, fresh air system for cleaner indoor air, high-efficiency comfort system, energy-efficient appliances and advanced lighting technology for

“When we moved into our first Tim O’Brien Home, we couldn’t believe the amount of money we were saving just by what they were doing on their standard specifications. Now we’re super excited to have built our second [DOE ZERH] to our specifications.”

– Homeowner

Floorplans for The Galway by Tim O'Brien Homes.