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Title: Model reMODEL
Start Date: May 1999
End Date: July 2000
Builder: Owner/Contractor: Mark Wade, Remodeler: John Fries, Project Manager: Bill Asdal.
Description: This field evaluation measured the cost for materials and labor for the selected technologies: Kitchen Recycling Center, Latex Foam Sealant, Flexible Gas Piping, Recycled Wood/Plastic Composite Lumber, Plastic Plumbing Manifold and Piping System, Prefinished Drywall Corners, Low-VOC Paint. Final report (dated July 2000) available as pdf.
Technologies Evaluated:
  • Kitchen Recycling Center
  • Latex Foam Sealant
  • Recycled Wood/Plastic Composite Lumber
  • Drywall Finishing Accessories
  • Low- or No-VOC Paints
  • Plumbing Manifolds
  • Cross-Linked Polyethylene (PEX) Water Supply Piping
Title: Oakwood Homes
Start Date: July 2000
End Date: April 2002
Builder: Oakwood Homes of Denver
Description: Field Evaluation included construction techniques; installation costs; regulatory compliance issues; thermal performance, energy efficiency, durability, and market reaction. Interim Report available as pdf.
Technologies Evaluated:
  • Frost-Protected Shallow Foundations (FPSF)
  • Plumbing Manifolds
  • Cross-Linked Polyethylene (PEX) Water Supply Piping
  • Fiber-Cement Siding
  • Cellulose insulation
Title: Brighton Construction - Liberty Village
Start Date: June 2005
Estimated Completion Date December 2006
Builder: Brighton Construction
Description: Field Evaluation of these technologies: ENERGY STAR®, Plastic Plumbing Manifolds, Low Flow Fixtures, Pervious Concrete Pavement, Smart Vapor Retarders and Air Admittance Valves (AAVs)
Technologies Evaluated:
  • Plumbing Manifolds
  • Cross-Linked Polyethylene (PEX) Water Supply Piping
  • Low Flow Plumbing Fixtures
  • Advanced Framing Techniques: Optimum Value Engineering (OVE)
  • Smart Vapor Retarders
  • HVAC Equipment and Duct Installation within Conditioned Space