Simonton Replacement Window Incentive

July 16, 2010

Looking to replace the windows in your home? Now may be the time to upgrade the the premium Simonton Reflections 5500 series windows. Here are a few reasons why!

1) Recieve a free upgrade to Low E 366 and also to the Super Spacer System (which is an upgraded glass spacer system). (limited time offer)

2) Receive $150 credit for your 2010 tax preparation @ HR Block with an eligible purchase.

3) Receive your Energy Tax Credit!

For any questions on Simonton Replacement Windows, Contact Modern Homes, Inc.

Get your Energy Tax Credit, while it lasts!

July 1, 2010

You can receive up to $1500.00 tax credit for eligible upgrades to your home.

You can upgrade the efficiency of your home and save money in the long term on your utility bills and receive a Federal Tax Credit for completing the upgrade.

Items would include HVAC, Insulation, Doors & Windows, Water Heaters & Roofing. There are other items eligible, including solar upgrades that are eligible for the credit.

Review the Energy Star website for tax credit @ http://www.energystar.gov/taxcredits or Contact Modern Homes, Inc. for any questions regarding eligible upgrades to your home.

Foam Insulation

April 15, 2010

When someone says “Green” or “Energy Star” there are a lot of things that most people think. Many are not sure exactly what it all means but most want to lower their energy cost/usage. When someone refers to insulation most think of the traditional insulation methods of batt insulation or blown in insulation for your attic.

Batt insulation can be effective when installed correctly with proper caulking. A typical 2×4 wall can achieve an R-13 or R-15. Most attics are blown in to achieve an R-38 or R-50.

The most common energy efficient methods today would be a sprayed in foam insulation. There are a few options for this, the first being a Closed Cell Foam. This adds rigidity to a wall and ensures all gaps and crevices of walls including around outlets etc. are completely sealed. Closed Cell Foam is typically installed 3″ thick in a 2×4 wall achieving an R value of R-18.6. Open cell is also a popular method due to cost savings and will achieve an R value of R-12.6. Even with slightly less R value than a batt it still adds significant energy efficiency due to the sealing of all gap a creating an air tight home.

Another popular method is to add an inch of closed cell foam and then installing the balance of the cavity with blown in fiberglass insulation. This option provides the air-tight seal at a more reasonable cost.

Spray foam’s ability to create an air-tight seal for your home is the most important factor in creating an energy-efficient, comfortable, and healthy home.

Contact Modern Homes, Inc. for any questions or to have our specialist review what may be best for you.

Rheem 95% Efficiency Furnace now standard

April 7, 2010

There are an abundance of furnace manufacturers offering wide range of furnaces. They range from the from the standard 80% efficiency furnace to a range of high efficiency furnaces. For some time Modern Homes, Inc has installed a 92% efficiency to ensure our customer had an energy saving furnace.

Modern Homes, Inc. have now partnered with Rheem to offer one of the high customer satisfaction rated furnaces offered. With this we now offer a 95% Efficiency Furnace in all of our homes, new or remodeled. Rheem also offers a 10 year part warranty. You can view more about the product at www.rheem.com.

For any further questions or a furnace replacement, Contact Modern Homes, Inc..

Water Heaters: Tank or Tankless?

March 17, 2010

According to the U.S. Department of Energy, water heaters consume 14% to 25% of a home annual energy use. For most consumers water heater replacement decisions are not an easy because of cost and a wide range of efficiency choices offered. There is also a tax credit if certain requirements are met for your new water heater, which could be tank or tankless.

The standard tank water heater is going to be the least expensive water heater and most everyone wants a bargain. Tank water heaters can come in ranges from 30 gallons to 120 gallons. Properly sized they can provided plenty of hot water for even a large family, but with too small of a tank will cause your hot water to be quickly depleted, leaving you with warm or even worse cold water. The largest downfall of a tank heater would be the standby heat loss, which is because the heater is also keeping the water heated weather you are using it or not. Also with a tank water heater, the water heater will cost you more over the life of the unit.

Tankless water heater is going to offer an endless amount of hot water. This type does this by eliminating the standby heat loss but does have a few draw backs of its own. It is key to properly size the tankless water heater to your homes use because if not properly sized you can test a tankless heater’s capacity. The incoming water temperature will affect the output and needs to be considered to properly size a unit. A tankless heater works in the manner that the water is heated instantly as it passes through the unit, which eliminates the need for a tank and offer endless hot water. The largest con to a tankless water heater is cost. The initial cost of a tankless is greater than tank models, although the life cycle cost is lower on tankless units.

There are a lot of things to consider when choosing a water heater. Lower upfront cost or lower long term cost? What size tank or tankless unit? Contact Modern Homes, Inc. for any questions or to have our plumbing specialist review what may be best for you.

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