Lumberville, PA

This unique design/build project in Lumberville, PA, from Arroyo WoodWorks, uses 48.6% less energy than the exact home built to code and is projected to save 22,654.7 kWh/yr with 8.47 kW during peak demand.

The site, which is on top of a hill above the Delaware River, was selected for its amazing views. Positioned facing North-South, the home has outstanding views of both sunrise and sunset. The house was built following Passive Home design and has a geothermal HVAC system and a Zehnder fresh air system.

Advanced Performance Features:

  • HERS Index
    49
  • ENERGY STAR Certified
  • Building Envelope
    • Guardian Structural Technologies Shield fully insulated panels forming an external wall ( 15” thick) and ceiling panels (24” thick)
    • High-efficiency triple pane windows and skylights
  • HVAC Equipment Type/Efficiency
    • Closed Loop Ground Source Heat Pump (GSHP) for heating & cooling
    • Supplemental high-efficiency Mini Splits
    • High efficiency Zehnder ERV
  • Other
    • PowerShare energy back system using the Tesla Cybertruck battery as a partial home back up generator system
    • Ting electrical system monitors

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