NDI Homes of Maryland is a proud builder of Energy Star homes

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) ENERGY STAR program helps builders meet consumers' growing demand for high quality, energy-efficient homes. By building homes that earn the ENERGY STAR, NDI Homes of Maryland joins more than 3,500 trend-setting builders that have already constructed over 750,000 ENERGY STAR qualified homes across the country. New homes earn the ENERGY STAR rating by meeting rigorous energy efficiency guidelines set by the EPA. In 2006, 12% of all new housing starts nationally were ENERGY STAR qualified. In many areas, ENERGY STAR homes represent 20% or more of local home starts. By purchasing an ENERGY STAR qualified home, you can have all the features you desire in your new home, plus better performance and lower utility bills - all while helping prevent greenhouse gas emissions.

What makes a home ENERGY STAR?

Homes that earn the ENERGY STAR meet rigorous EPA guidelines for energy efficiency. ENERGY STAR qualified homes are at least 15% more energy efficient than homes built to the 2004 International Residential Code (IRC) and include additional energy-saving features that typically make them 20-30% more efficient than standard homes.

Effective Insulation - Properly installed and inspected insulation in floors, walls, and attics ensures even temperatures throughout the house, while using less energy. The result is lower utility cost and a quieter, more comfortable home.
Tight Construction and Ducts - Advanced techniques for sealing holes and cracks in the home's "envelope" and in heating and cooling ducts help reduce drafts, moisture, dust, pollen, pests, and noise. A tightly sealed home improves comfort and indoor air quality while lowering utility and maintenance costs.
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 your home. When properly installed into a tightly sealed home, this equipment won't have to work so hard to heat and cool your home.
High Performance Windows - Energy-efficient windows employ advanced technologies, such as protective coatings and improved frame assemblies, to help keep heat in during the winter and out during the summer. These windows also block damaging ultraviolet sunlight that can discolor carpets and furnishings.
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 washing machines, refrigerators, and dish-washers.
Third-Party Testing - With the help of an independent home energy rater, ENERGY STAR builder partners choose the most appropriate energy-saving features for their homes. Additionally, the rates conducts onsite inspections and testing to verify the energy efficiency measures, as well as insulation, air sealing, and duct sealing details.

ENERGY STAR qualified homes are better for owners and the environment offering benefits such as lower ownership cost, smarter investment, added confidence and environmental protection.