Our mission is to reduce the environmental impact of new and existing structures while supporting the growth of healthy, sustainable communities.
Goals:
Even though we are no longer building, we continue to believe in our goals in regards to our fenestration products.
To help create low-impact, durable buildings
To create stable, interesting, and inspiring jobs with living wages for our employees
To support other local businesses and the local economy
To promote energy conservation and renewable energy in Massachusetts and beyond
Sustainable Building Strategies:
Our strategies when we built our homes and on our other projects. We continue to believe in these important strategies when offering our windows and doors..
Design for passive solar heating and natural summer cooling
Design space for livability, comfort, and energy efficiency
Choose durable and low maintenance materials
Renovate when possible instead of demolishing and rebuilding
Designing buildings with electricity produced on site through photo-voltaic panels
Using triple pane, energy efficient windows and doors
The use of air-source heat pumps for efficient heating and cooling
Using energy efficient ventilation systems
Choosing materials to ensure the best indoor air quality
The use of salvaged materials whenever possible
Using local materials and materials that are easily recyclable when possible
