Back to the Future Homes | EcoSmart
At EcoSmart we build NOT SO BIG affordable #NetZeroEnergy high performance homes. Our homes of the future are sustainable and provide a great return on investment.
Our recipe is simple! We build homes that go back to basics of being practical affordable and NOT SO BIG with Net Zero Energy as opposed to the more expensive and resource intensive not so sustainable BIG BOX HOMES EcoSmart is targeting investors that want a sustainable solution that achieves positive cash flow from reduced energy use, unique designs and smart use of space. These are the type of properties that will be in demand enabling premium rents for a quality product that is cool and performs so much better in comfort, uniqueness, use of space and resource use. With an expected cost of $400k these homes should achieve rental income of $1750 for the main floor, $1000 per month the suite and with no energy costs this solution can provide positive cash flow.
The Back to the Future Solution ... + Cash Flow
The technical solution includes a double wall high performance-building envelope that is 16 inch thick with passive house quality fibreglass triple glazed windows, Energy Star + appliances, in floor heating, LED lighting and HRV, gas fireplace. There is no cooling other than with natural ventilation, screen doors and a fan.
Technical Solution Summary
Target cost $400k includes $125 for the lot
Not so Big 1250 ft2 main plus second, 600 ft2 raised basement legal suite
Modern Design, Quality Cedar/Rock/Hardy Board Exterior FinishDouble wall construction, triple glazed passive quality windows
4 kw PV Grid Tied Renewable Energy System
Firepace, HRV, Electric Hot Water Heater
Low Flow Plumbing Fixtures
LED Dimmable Lighting
Smart Building Control, Master Kill Switch
Energy star + appliances ($7500 Cash Allowance)
Bamboo flooring
Single car garage
If you are interested in purchasing a Back to the Future home please contact Murray Guy to discuss lot options. mguy@eco-smart.ca
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