Harbor Development is well-versed in building green, and has relationships with accredited LEED® professionals, Energy Star® partners, and Passive home consultants.

-Green construction and Energy Star® products allow for major savings in utilities and maintenance on your property.

-Green construction often involves Energy Star® qualified products such as LED lights, dual flush toilets, low-VOC paints and adhesives, and other durable materials that cut down on waste.

-Energy Star® qualified products and green construction features lower energy demands and reduce air pollution. They also help to improve home quality and homeowner comfort.

- Green construction methods can include effective insulation, high performance windows, efficient heating and cooling equipment, and even lighting fixtures, ventilation fans, and appliances.

Why build green and how does energy star/LEED certification work?

-Green construction means making efficient use of resources that reduce harmful impact on the environment.

–Green construction utilizes energy efficient technologies that reduce waste and energy, while helping to protect water and other valuable resources

-Green homes also tend to have higher resale values, especially in today’s increasingly “green” market

-Green homes often are LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) certified, with LEED being the nationally accepted standard for the design, construction, and operation of green buildings

-LEED® covers new homes and major renovations, as well as other types of construction projects.

-LEED® evaluates factors such as indoor environmental quality, water savings, energy efficiency, materials selection, and sustainability.

-Green homes that are LEED® certified are ranked within four certification categories, from lowest to highest (certified, silver, gold, and platinum)

“Building Green” is second nature to us. Ask us how we can build a green construction project for you that will allow for major savings in utility costs down the road.