What makes your home a Green or Healthy Home?
The photovoltaic panels are 11 amorphous triple junction layer which are an integrated building product that adhere directly to the standing seam roof. This particular technology was chosen as it generates power under cloudy conditions. There are twenty four 68 watt panels combined to produce 1,632 watts.Property Description
This home is orientated to maximize solar exposure for the photovoltaic panels and heating directly from the sun in the winter. The low E glass reflect the sun in the summer when the sun is high and the roof overhangs second floor windows to provide shade. Made from hand draw shaved cedar logs from Albany, Vermont making the home resistant to decay and insects.Neighborhood Description
The home site was selected to provide privacy. It is a seldom traveled dirt road. Mass Wildlife owns land across the road. Additional acreage available.Market Area
This is a rural town located in Hampden County. It is close to Berkshire County as well. More information about the town of Chester can be found at www.townofchester.net/School District
Chester Elementary, Gateway Middle School, Gateway Regional High School.Community
Please visit www.townofchester.netLocation of Home or Land
Rural
Elevation of Home
Mountain
Air Quality
Agriculture in Area | no |
Industry in Area | no |
Air Pollution in Area | no |
Pesticide Free | yes |
Fragrance Free | yes |
Cleaned with Green Products | yes |
Interior Environment
Heating System | Fireplace Forced Air - Gas Hydronic Floor Heat (radiant) Solar - Active |
Cooling System | Passive Cooling |
Ventilation System | Part of Heating System |
Whole House Filtration | None |
Whole House Vacuum | no |
Energy & Water
Energy System | Off the Grid Solar - Photovoltaic |
Water System | Well |
Wastewater System | Septic System |
Construction Information
Exterior Finish | Wood |
Interior Finish | Gypsum Board - Sheet Rock Wood - Solid |
Interior Paint | Other |
Floor Material | Tile Wood - Solid |
Roof Material | Metal |
Window Material | Metal Dual Glazed |
Insulation Material | Fiberglass |
Garage / Car Port
Garage / Carport | no |
Garage Type | attached |
Number of Cars | 1 |