For over 30 years, we have been building environmentally friendly homes and developments that prioritize people, community, and the planet. By promising to build each and every home to Energy Star™ standards, we guarantee that our homes not only keep the planet happy but save you in energy costs for years to come.
Our goals include:
At Chinburg, we’re proud to provide a wide variety of affordable solutions to our home buyers that add up to a truly impressive result.
The Energy Star™ program was created by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to provide cost-saving, energy efficient standards that protect the climate while improving air quality and protecting public health. This program encourages thoughtful building practices and a greater commitment to energy-efficient homes with a small carbon footprint.
Since 1992, according to the EPA, Energy Star™ and its partners have helped American families and businesses:
These impressive numbers make us proud to offer energy saving products and standards in all of our homes.
The benefits of an Energy Star™ rating are vast, but the individual components of each home are the building blocks of savings.
Comprehensive air sealing, quality-installed insulation and high performing windows and doors minimize warm and cold spots.
An exhaustive water management system, including flashing, moisture barriers and heavy-duty membranes, protects roofs, walls and foundations from moisture damage.
A high efficiency heating and cooling system, designed and installed for optimal performance, ensures better comfort in every room, year-round.
A fresh-air system admits a controlled amount of outdoor air. Combined with a high-performance filter, this improves indoor air quality and reduces dust, pollen and other allergens.
On average, Energy Star™ certified bulbs and fixtures use 70-90% less energy than standard incandescent bulbs.
All Chinburg homes are equipped with Energy Star™ certified central air conditioning to provide optimal air quality and a comfortable temperature throughout the home.
The Department of Energy estimates that Energy Star™ residential heating systems save homeowners almost $1,800 a year.
At Chinburg, we recommend Energy Star™ certified dual-pane windows that feature two layers of glass and provide more protection between your home and the outside elements. These low-emittance windows are coated in a material that reduces the amount of energy lost through the glass.
We help you select smart appliances such as Energy Star™-rated dishwashers, washers and dryers. Energy Star™ certified appliances help to reduce the energy needed to run the appliance and contribute to cost savings. Even Energy Star™ certified ventilation fans, like those in bathrooms and cooking areas, use 50% less energy than standard models.
We offer Energy Star™ rated toilets, faucets, shower heads and more to help provide efficient plumbing. Options like an auto shut-off for appliances like washers helps to avoid damage from leaks, and on-demand hot water can reduce the energy it takes to provide hot water to your home.
With a Nest Thermostat, Hello Doorbell and Lutron Caseta Smart lighting, you can take the pulse on your home's safety and energy efficiency, even when you're away. All Chinburg homes offer Smart Home Packages as an upgrade option. Some of our communities, like Silvergrass Place, offer these packages as a standard to the build.
On average, our homes are 55% more energy-efficient than homes built to standard code.
Our homeowners save 30% in energy costs per year, on average.
Every year, the EPA reviews hundreds of applications and selects a small group that have made considerable and impressive contributions to the industry by achieving significant energy savings. These selected Partners of the Year are recognized as leaders in energy savings and are honored by Energy Star™.
Since 2016, Chinburg has been a national winner of the Energy Star Partner of the Year Award for 2 years and then earning the company Sustained Excellence recognition for the subsequent 5 years. We are proud of these achievements and continue to strive for improvement year over year.
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Our multi-unit buildings meet Energy Star™ standards as often as possible. Whether rehabilitating a historic building or working from the ground up, incorporating the best energy efficiency is a top priority.
27 & 31 Chestnut in Exeter, NH, Scenic Salinger in Rochester, NH and Brewery 145 in Portsmouth, NH brought 240 Energy Star™ certified apartments into our portfolio.
Whether you’re building a collaboration home or purchasing one of our in progress homes, we’ll work with you to create a space that is just right for you and your family.