With high priority on energy efficiency, Gulf Coast EC seeks to recognize customers who strive to make their homes more efficient. The newly developed Touchstone Energy® Home program is an upgrade from its predecessor the Good Cents home. The Good Cents home served its purpose in educating customers about the need for energy efficiency. With the breakthrough of many new efficiencies in technology, as well as building techniques, the Touchstone Energy® Home ensures that the customer has the best energy efficient home that will offer benefits for years to come.
The Touchstone Energy® Home is a tangible product that allows customers to see one of the values of being part of the Touchstone Energy® family. You can browse the Touchstone Energy® Home website by clicking here to further evaluate the four major benefits of the Touchstone Energy® Home.
Lower Utility Bills – As a result of higher construction standards and energy efficient materials, customers can expect to pay considerably less on their home utility bill.
Increased Comfort – Drafts and temperature gradients that normally plague homes are virtually eliminated with the construction techniques used.
Higher Resale Value – Better constructed homes typically hold their value and are worth more in the resale marketplace.
Energy Efficiency Mortgages – According to the National Association of Realtors, lenders are now looking closely at the projected utility costs for a home in determining whether a prospective homeowner can afford both the monthly mortgage and utility payments.
By meeting the standards, anyone who is building a new home or improving an existing one can have a certified Touchstone Energy® Home.
Touchstone Energy® Home Features:
R—16 Wall Insulation Minimum
R—38 Attic Insulation Minimum
Attic Ventilation
R—19 Floor Insulation
Double-pane Windows or single pane with storm windows
Metal Insulated Doors
Infiltration control to help prevent air from leaking into the home
Electric Heat Pump
Electric Water Heater
Exhaust System in Kitchen & Baths
Interior Vapor Seal or Exterior House Wrap
Ducts Located in the Conditioned Space
For those customers whose home qualifies, GCEC gives them their choice of a 40 or 50 gallon water heater. You may upgrade to a 65 gallon or 80 gallon water heater for a charge.
For additional information concerning the Touchstone Energy® Home program, please contact our office at 1-800-568-3667 or click here to e-mail a marketing representative.