Belize LifeStyle Homes

Features, Products and Systems Installed in All: Belize LifeStyle ENERGY STAR Certified Homes

Effective Insulation: 

Properly installed and inspected insulation in floors, walls, and attics ensures even temperatures throughout the house, reduced energy use, and increased comfort.

 

Polyurethane Spray Foam Insulation:

Closed-Cell Polyurethane Spray Foam Insulation is a proven solution as an air, vapor and wind uplift barrier on flat roofs. In June 2006, the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) released Performance of Physical Structures in Hurricane Katrina and Hurricane Rita: A Reconnaissance Report a documentation of damage to major buildings, infrastructure, and residential structures resulting from wind and wind-borne debris, storm surge, surge-borne debris and surge-induced flooding. Polyurethane Spray Foam Insulated roofs scored well above the average when it came to weathering Katrina and Rita.

Polyurethane Closed Cell Spray Foam is the Only FEMA Class 5 Rated Flood Resistant Insulation

Closed-Cell Spray Polyurethane Foam Insulation and Wind Disaster Mitigation

Closed-Cell Spray Foam in Hurricane Sandy Aftermath

 

High-Performance Windows: 

Energy-efficient windows employ advanced technologies, such as protective coatings and improved frames, to  help keep heat in during winter and out during summer. These windows also block damaging ultraviolet sunlight that can discolor carpets and furnishings.

 

Tight Construction and Ducts: 

Sealing holes and cracks in the home's "envelope" and in heating and cooling duct systems helps reduce drafts, moisture, dust, pollen, and noise. A tightly sealed home improves comfort and indoor air quality while reducing utility and maintenance.

 

Efficient Heating and Cooling Equipment: 

In addition to using less energy to operate, energy-efficient heating and cooling systems can be quieter, reduce indoor humidity, and improve the overall comfort of the home. When properly installed into a tightly sealed home, this equipment won't have to work so hard to heat and cool the home.

 

Energy Efficient Products: 

ENERGY STAR qualified homes may also be equipped with ENERGY STAR qualified products; lighting fixtures, compact fluorescent bulbs, ventilation fans, and appliances, such as refrigerators, dishwashers, and washing machines.

 

Third-Party Verification: 

With the help of independent Home Energy Raters, ENERGY STAR builder partners choose the most appropriate energy-saving features for their homes. Additionally, raters conduct onsite testing and inspections to verify the energy efficiency measures, as well as insulation, air tightness, and duct sealing details.