We all make choices every day about the way we work, live and play, as well as the impact we have on the planet. At American West, every day we choose to build the kind of energy efficient, elegantly designed homes that are the right choice for you and your family.
Your home is the epicenter for your life. American West is committed to making it healthy, energy efficient and comfortable and here is how:
ENERGY CONSERVATION
Your new American West home will be both Energy Star® and Energy Plus Certified. These certifications mean that your new home is twice as energy efficient than homes that only qualify as Energy Star®. Your new home is built better and uses less energy which results in reduced energy costs.
Low-E Windows & Sliding Glass Doors
The windows and sliding glass doors in your new home are built with vinyl frame materials and low e-glass coatings that significantly reduce heat transfer. The design and placement of the windows and doors also allow for the utilization of natural light to illuminate your home reducing the need for artificial light.
Exterior/Interior Doors
The material in your fully insulated fiberglass front entry door helps limit heat gain in the summer and heat loss in the winter.
WATER CONSERVATION
Plumbing Fixtures
The faucets in your new home help to conserve resources. These faucets employ water-saving 2.2 gallon per minute aerators to help eliminate wasteful excess water flow. Also included in your home are super-efficient water closets which are designed to perform with 1.5 gallons of water per flush. The plumbing fixtures not only help reduce your monthly utility bills, they also help you conserve our precious water for future generations.
Quick Recovery H20
The high efficiency water heater included in your home was designed to provide more hot water at a lower operating cost than other models.
Landscaping
You can select from many attractive Water Saving professional landscape designs. The natural materials and efficient designs provide beautiful yards, while reducing wasteful watering and promoting a healthier planet.
EFFICIENT AND HEALTHLY
14 S.E.E.R. HVAC
Your comfort is assured in your new home with a certified, engineered, climate control system. Your 14 S.E.E.R. HVAC exceeds the National Standard for energy efficiency. This advance system also utilizes ozone layer-friendly, environmentally sound Puron® refrigerant, which helps protect the air you breathe.
Thermo-Guard
The roof of your new home utilizes a heat transfer inhibitor known as Radiant Barrier Roof Sheathing. The advanced energy saving material minimizes the heat gain in your home in the summer by reflecting heat away from the attic. In the winter, the reflective coating reduces energy usage by redirecting the heat back into the attic.
Mold Blocker
Your new home is sealed with Pro-Installer® MOLDBlocker™ House wrap. This super-tough, recyclable, woven High Density Polyethylene fabric has micro perforations to allow the walls of your home to exchange air, which helps prevent moisture vapor from being trapped inside.
As a builder, we realize that your home will be a reflection of your family’s personality and values, so it’s with a sense of commitment, honor and pride that we build every American West home. When you buy a home built by American West Development, you can take comfort in knowing you’ve bought the best quality, choice and value in town.
For more information on our homes, visit our website at www.AmericanWestHomes.com or call (702) 308-1111.