Our O'Rourke Green Philosophy
Our Promise
At O'Rourke Construction, we believe that being environmentally responsible is part of our job. To be successful in this means that we must meet the needs of the present without compromising the well being of future generations.
We build our homes on individual choice lot locations and conduct our work being good stewards of the environment. O'Rourke Construction's emphasis on quality building materials and energy conservation adds a real benefit for its homeowners. The use of environmentally friendly products helps to reduce pollution and improve living conditions.
Today’s alternative choices for new energy-efficient appliances and heating/cooling equipment are proactive steps to "building green" while increasing the energy efficiency of an O'Rourke Custom Home. The end result produces economic benefits, such as lower energy and water bills and environmental benefits, like reduced greenhouse gas emissions – all while improving quality of life benefits. The end result is improved homeowner comfort and less maintenance. We take our responsibility seriously to reduce our impact on the environment. It's simply the right thing to do.
Therma-Tru® Thermal Core Premium Exterior Doors
- Therma-Tru® fiberglass doors have a solid polyurethane foam core which is among the most energy-efficient door materials available today.
- Most Therma-Tru® decorative, as well as privacy and textured, glass is triple-pane for reduced heat flow. Factory-coated Low-E glass options deliver exceptional energy efficiency.
- Therma-Tru® doors and glass are engineered to work together with components like weatherstrip that help create a tighter seal and reduce air leakage around the edges.
Pella® High Quality Double-Hung Windows
- Energy-efficient windows and doors help prevent drafts and heat transfer to keep your home comfortable year-round, day in and day out.
- ENERGY STAR® estimates that homeowners can reduce their utility bills by 12% by upgrading to energy-efficient windows.
- Maintenance free window performance featuring tilt-in sashes for easy cleaning from the interior.
- Energy-efficient windows and doors use less energy, which can help sustainability efforts like reducing greenhouse gases emitted into the atmosphere.
High Efficiency Heating and Cooling
- Your new home will have installed an energy efficient central air conditioning system, with a 14 SEER (Seasonal Energy Efficiency Rating) level.
- Installed in the walls and ceilings, energy efficient dense fiberglass batt insulation per ResCheck® compliance standards will lead to lower heating and cooling bills.
- During the winter months, your high efficiency gas-fired hot air heating system with a 90%+ efficiency rating will be working to keep you warm while keeping your utility bill down.
Whole House Efficiency
- All HALO® recessed lighting fixtures are engineered and certified to guarantee flicker-free dimming, color quality, and long-lasting energy-saving LED lighting.
- All O'Rourke Homes fireplaces are rated high Steady State Efficiency (how efficiently your fireplace converts fuel to heat once it is warmed up and operating at a steady temperature) and high Annual Fuel Utilization Efficiency ( the fireplace’s ability to convert fuel to heat over a longer period of time including the cycling on and off time period).
- Your new home's appliances are ENERGY STAR® rated energy efficient appliances to reduce your utility bill.
