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One of the reasons our builds consistently exceeds the Energuide building standards is our Thermal-Lock system for insulation.
Cool in summer, warm in winter with low heating costs which is important for our Alberta winters. It also means you will have superior sound characteristics. This reduces heating costs by eliminating unnecessary air infiltration.
Foam wrapped-wood studs with Interlocking panels virtually eliminate air infiltration through the walls (convective heat-loss). The structure is covered by a minimum of 2” of insulation from the top of the I.C.F. (Insulated Concrete Form) foundation to the underside of the roof trusses (conductive heat-loss).
A full insulation panel is intact behind each header & footer of all doors & windows creating a fully insulated area.These are areas of not only radiative, conductive and convective heat loss as well as water infiltration.
R-24 value in every wall. *Complies with current local and national building codes. Plumbing located on an exterior wall has the benefit of a full panel thickness of Thermal Lock Wall between it and the cold exterior.
No measuring stud centers required, they simply fit into the wall every 16”. Only 3 Thermal Lock components required for normal construction. The Wall sections can also be prefabricated off site and shipped to the construction.
The Thermal Lock Wall contains NO chlorofluorocarbons.
The Thermal Lock Wall Insulation System consists of a factory molded panel of insulation with interlocking joints. The Thermal Lock Wall is first laid down and locked together by the joints.
The resulting large panels acts as a framing table into which the studs and the top plate are then fitted. The bottom and top plates are then nailed to the studs.
The studs project 2” beyond the Thermal Lock Wall on the interior face. This cavity allows room for wiring and mechanical services to run between the Thermal Lock Wall and interior finish.
PAYing far less in heating and cooling costs each and every month for the rest of their lives. We also install controlled ventilation with heat recovery ventilators, control humidity with balanced ventilation and avoid materials that have high levels of formaldehyde and other toxic off-gassing agents. Good indoor air quality is something the whole family will appreciate, especially those with allergies.
HEARing far less outside noise pollution. Our clients often remark on the quietness in their homes. They are cushioned from the ambient hustle and bustle of the outside world by airtight construction, triple-glazed windows, and highly insulated walls.
FEELing the comfort year round, no cold spots or drafts, and efficient cooling and heating. You’ll experience a comfortable, even temperature even in the depths of winter. Our houses have no drafts or cold spots, thanks to well-sealed triple-glazed windows, a well-insulated envelope with no thermal bridging, and heat recovery ventilators that provide a continuous supply of pre-warmed fresh air.
