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Public Home Tours Every Saturday & Sunday from 1 PM to 4 PM May 18-19 • May 25-26 • June 1-2 • June 8-9

Complete List of Showcase Homes on pages 16-17

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During this year’s Energy Efficiency Showcase of Homes, you’ll be able to visit healthy, comfortable, energy efficient homes built by licensed building professionals.

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More Homes, Less Emissions

If you build it, they will come – assuming, of course, that you’re building an energy-efficient home with low utility costs, excellent air quality, and a small carbon footprint..

“There are not many situations in this world where it’s a win-win for everybody, but building an energy-efficient home is one of them,” says Paul Pettipas, CEO of the Nova Scotia Home Builders’ Association.

“What you put onto your mortgage might be a little higher – because you’re upgrading – but your utilities will be substantially lower.”

“The nice thing about these homes is that they pay you back every month.”

Pettipas says one of the biggest misconceptions is that an energy-efficient home won’t pay for itself.

“If you put $10,000 into these upgrades,

From 1990 to 2010, the number of homes in Canada grew by over 35%. Due to constant improvement in the energy efficiency of both existing and newly-built homes, total greenhouse gas emissions from all homes fell by 6% over the same period.

first of all, you’re putting it on your mortgage – so as long as you can cover your payment every month, you’re ahead of the deal,” says Pettipas. “Then you’re saving on your utilities every month. And when you sell, you’ll get that original $10,000 back.”

“People who understand how much they’ll save, compared to how much they put in, quickly become converts.”

Pettipas says he sees many owners of energy-efficiency homes saving $200 or

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more on utilities every single month, and that savings can be applied to their mortgage, saved, invested, or spent on other things.

While some people with older homes may switch between different heat sources trying to lower their costs, Pettipas says it’s never much of a savings.

“Energy costs are getting higher, and the cheapest energy is the energy you don’t use,” says Pettipas. “Although it hurts to see our energy costs go up, the direct benefit is that people are now more aware of what they need to do.”

Joseph Daniel is the General Manager of Cresco, which has been winning the Peak Award for Most R-2000 Homes Built back-to-back every year since 2009. He says homeowners are “slowly realizing, bit by bit”

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how much they could save if they built an energy-efficient home.

“We made the conscious decision to go all out with energy efficiency about six or seven years ago for numerous reasons, and the biggest one was financial consideration for the consumer,” says Daniel. “You just save so much money. I live in a 4,000 sq. ft. home, and I paid less than $2,900 last year for energy, power, heat, and lights.”

When Daniel hears what people are pay-

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ing to heat older, inefficient homes, he says he’s “shocked” that they sometimes need some convincing.

“Unfortunately, some consumers still look strictly at a house price, and don’t take into account the energy efficiency of a home,” says Daniel. “But we have customers who compare their current energy bill to their old one, and they say ‘Oh man, what a difference.’”

“You spend a little more on the purchase price, and then you have the pay-off for the rest of your time living in the house.”

John Faddoul, Cresco’s Sales & Marketing Coordinator, says while customers are happy to pay for fancy countertops and giant bathtubs, they’re not as quick to pull out their chequebook over something they can’t even see.

“When you walk into a house, you see the granite and the sound system and the flooring and the cabinets, but you don’t see how tight that house is actually built,” says Faddoul. “But we find with bigger, custom homes, people are usually willing to spend more money up-front when they realize how much they’re going to save over the years.”

Tamara Barker-Watson, President/Owner of Whitestone Developments, has been building R-2000 homes since 1998. They built the very first full R-2000 community – Willow Ridge – have won multiple Peak Awards for Most Energy-Efficient Home, and won the 2011 SAM Award for Most EnergyEfficient Home.

1975 Home vs. Today’s Home

Compared to an identical home built in the mid-1970s, a home built today is 66% more energy efficient!

A recent study done by the Canadian Home Builders’ Association (CHBA) took an actual comparison of an Ottawa-built home in 1975, complete with archived construction specifications, with a computer simulation for exactly the same-sized house built using today’s specifications.

The results showed the 1975 home reached an EnerGuide rating of only 41, while the home built today was rated as an 80. In overall terms, the same home built today used 66% less energy for all purposes – heating, lighting and everyday living.

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Barker-Watson says they choose to build nothing but energy-efficient homes because they want their customers to love their homes – and be pleased with the cost of maintaining them.

“Our customers will get their first utility bill and say ‘We can’t believe it! I know you told us, but we still can’t believe it!’” laughs Barker-Watson.

She recalls working with a family who moved from an 800 sq. ft. bungalow into a sprawling 3,000 sq. ft. R-2000 home by Whitestone Developments, and their energy costs dropped dramatically.

“They have natural gas, so their monthly power bill dropped to $60, and they spent less than $1,200 for the whole year on heat, hot water, and power combined,” says Barker-Watson. “Of course, no two houses or two families are the same, but there’s a formula where we can work out what a home’s energy costs should be.”

More and more Nova Scotians are enjoying lower utility costs as energy-efficient homes continue to pop up all over the province. In 2010, Nova Scotia’s Building Code included a new standard that would require all new homes to achieve an EnerGuide rating of at least 80.

In 2012, Nova Scotia’s average EnerGuide rating was 84.9, which Pettipas says is “quite amazing” considering the standard was less than two years old.

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“Before the code, you just had to be able to prove that you could heat the house you built. If you wanted to build an inefficient home with a huge heating system, you could go right ahead,” says Pettipas. “Now that we have the minimum requirement, many people are going well beyond that.”

“Every year, we see the bar is being raised.”

Scott Smith is the owner of Rooftight Construction, which won the 2012 Peak Award for Most Energy-Efficient Home, and was recognized as the 2012 Lifestyle Home Builder. He agrees that many of today’s homeowners are actively engaged in lowering their energy costs, and that building energy-efficient homes has “become the norm.”

“We bring people to our design centre in Fall River and say ‘What do you think of

this?’ and they just say ‘Wow,’” says Smith.

“We’re showing them how we heat our hot water from the sun, and how a heat pump works, and they want it.”

Smith says clients sometimes ask about retrofitting their existing home, but it usually makes more sense to start from scratch.

“Test your home, and if it’s 40 per cent efficient – as opposed to 90 per cent efficient – do the math for a 50 per cent efficiency loss every month,” says Smith. “We can give people a ballpark of what it would cost to renovate their home, but it’s never worth it – never even close. So they sell their current home and move into a new one that we build for them.”

Rooftight began focusing on building energy-efficient homes seven years ago, when Smith realized he didn’t like the direction the industry was heading.

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“This has gone away from being the fringe thing to do. It’s the way of the future.”

Smith says these homeowners tend to really appreciate that an energy-efficient home requires minimal upkeep.

“These homes are easy to run. They’re very, very low-maintenance, without a lot of moving parts,” says Smith. “The utility rooms are typically half the size, and they don’t require a whole lot of service – and what is required is maybe pulling out a filter and sliding a new one in.”

The filters themselves are also a top selling point for many families, particularly when someone suffers from allergies or asthma.

“We use heat pumps as a standard, and the air quality is the best you can get. It’s fantastic,” says Smith. “If you have allergies or asthma, you can put HEPA filters on the heat pump, and it’s really helpful.”

Donald Dodge, Program Manager at Efficiency Nova Scotia, says energy-efficient homes are also more comfortable spaces to live, play, and sleep.

“With a nice, tight home that has a properly-sized heating system, you won’t experience those peaks and valleys,” says Dodge. “Generally, your house stays at the temperature you set it at.”

The secret is in the snug construction.

Dodge says the homes generally use higher-quality materials, and there’s often more attention to detail during the building process.

“When you’re framing these houses, we’ve learned that you have to make a very tight home – and that takes a really good

carpenter, to tend to those details,” says Dodge.

Suzanne Bona says the standards for R-2000 homes are constantly being tweaked and improved. As the President/ Owner of Scotian Homes – which won the CHBA’s R-2000 Builder of the Decade Award in 2000, as well as multiple Peak Awards for energy-efficiency – Bona has been actively involved with building the first R-2000 home in Nova Scotia according to the 2014 standards.

“There are a lot of changes. The envelope now has to meet more stringent requirements, there needs to be tripleglazed windows, there needs to be a higher energy factor to the outside wall system, and there also has to be more use of renewable energies in the home – like solar panels and greywater heat recovery systems,” says Bona.

R-2000 homes are focusing more on healthy living, with an emphasis on “clean, solid surfaces.” Bona says the products have to meet different standards in order to be approved for use in the home, and the homes themselves are also scrutinized.

“Typically, building an energy-efficient home is building to a higher standard, and also receiving third-party endorsement or inspection,” says Bona. “So for the homeowner, they’re getting the additional comfort of knowing their home meets a different standard – and that’s not just for today, it’s also about planning for the home down the road.”

“As a homebuilder, we could spend a lot of money doing a lot of things for homes, but this is the best – and most lasting – thing we can bring to the table.”

Smith agrees that building energy-efficient homes gives builders confidence that they’re “doing a better job” overall.

“When you’re building an efficient home, you have to insulate better, and make sure every crack and draft is sealed,” says Smith. “Once you do that, it becomes your standard. It feels like you’re building a better house than most.”

But for homeowners who choose a tight-as-a-drum home, the benefits go far beyond comfort, good health, and lower utility bills. For just $300, they can register with Efficiency Nova Scotia’s PerformancePlus program and have their plans evaluated before they break ground. The review

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provides homeowners with different ideas for how to increase their rating – and ultimately create a more efficient home.

“They give you a few options, and you decide how deep you want to go into it,” says Dodge. “Then, after the house is completed, we do an onsite EnerGuide evaluation and give you a final rating.”

Homes that receive an 85, 86, or 87 qualify for a $3,000 rebate. Homes that score an 88 or 89 qualify for a $5,000 rebate. A rating of 90 or 91 is tougher to get, but results in a $7,000 rebate. And homes that rate 92 or higher will get a rebate of $10,000.

Last year, 1,500 homes went through the PerformancePlus program, and the average rating was an 84.9.

“It’s really quite stunning. If you were to compare our results to other provinces, you’d probably still see low- to mid-70s in the other provinces,” says Dodge. “Nova Scotians hate to brag – but boy, we should!”

Dodge says there are a number of builders in Nova Scotia that have been driving this energy-efficiency movement, and they’re “happy to do it” because there’s been a huge increase in homebuyers who are asking about a potential home’s energy costs.

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“Three or four years ago, the first question was all about location, location, location,” says Dodge. “But now we’re hearing that the first question builders are being asked is ‘How energy-efficient is this house?’”

Dodge says if people are still struggling with the idea of paying more up-front for an energy-efficient house, Efficiency Nova Scotia’s PerformancePlus program can be helpful because it breaks everything down.

“We show you all of your options, and you can see exactly what the additional measures will cost on a monthly basis – through your mortgage – and contrast it with what you’ll be saving,” says Dodge.

“The savings is always higher than the outfall. Always.”

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Electricity from Your Roof.

Canadians are used to seeing photovoltaics (PV) – devices that create electricity from sunlight – embedded in calculators, garden accent lighting and other electronic devices.

More recently, we have also become more familiar with the sight of the flat, black panels of PV systems mounted on the roofs of houses everywhere. As more systems get installed, we are learning more and more about how well they work in our extreme Canadian climate and the relative costs and benefits.

Most residential PV systems are installed on houses connected to the electricity grid that spans each province or territory. The “grid-intertie” allows homeowners to both receive electricity from the grid as needed and deliver the electricity produced from their PV systems back to the grid. Another finding about PV systems is that most of them do not store electricity in batteries – a feature that would allow the PV/battery system to provide power to the home in the event of a power failure. However, this also C A N A D A

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results in a more complex and costly system that most homeowners avoid despite the security a backup power system can provide.

Another key finding is that the methods available for contractors to use to estimate how much electricity your PV system will generate have been quite accurate. One of the benefits of PV systems is that they work reliably. There are no moving parts to set up and look after and to fail. The components that make up the system are also all relatively well-proven technologies.

The electricity output has been found to stay quite steady for years but may taper off over decades. Inverters are the devices that convert the direct-current (DC) electricity generated by PV systems to the alternating current (AC) electricity used in our homes and electricity grid. There have been a few reports of inverter failure, sometimes due to lightning strikes, but overall inverters have been performing well.

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We’ve also seen that the installed cost of a PV system has dropped at least 30 per cent in the last several years, making them more affordable. Estimates for grid-tie solar PV systems (without battery backup) range from $3,000 to $5,000 per kilowatt depending on the local market prices, roof type and complexity, efficiency of the solar panels selected and overall size of the system.

Larger systems will cost less per kilowatt than smaller systems.

For more information on photovoltaics and other sustainable technologies and practices and innovative housing projects, visit www.cmhc.ca or call Jérémie LeBlanc, CMHC’s Consultant in Research and Information Transfer, at 902-426-4715.

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Upgrades to your home help save energy, save money.

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Home comfort, peace of mind and energy savings have arrived hand-in-hand for Weldon and Rose Nicholson of New Waterford, Cape Breton.

By taking advantage of Efficiency Nova Scotia programs, the retirees reduced their home energy consumption, satisfied their insurance company’s concern, and gave themselves the option of sleeping late, without fear of waking to frigid indoor temperatures in the depths of winter.

“You just lay in bed and you let the furnace look after it,” says Mr. Nicholson, a Devco pensioner.

That’s luxury for a couple that relied on an old cast iron coal furnace to get them through the first three months of each year.

No fans of automatic coal stokers, the Nicholsons did the job manually and that meant rising promptly each morning. Now they burn oil year-round.

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series of insulation and energy-efficient upgrades through Efficiency Nova Scotia’s Direct Install program and its EnerGuide for Existing Houses, now known as the Home Energy Assessment Service. “(Our) oil bills were about $500 or something a month in the winter,” recalls Mr. Nicholson. “It went down to a little over half of what we paid before.”

After the upgrades, Mr. Nicholson qualified for $830 in rebates and according to Efficiency Nova Scotia estimates, he is expected to save about $170 on his annual electricity bill and shave 227 litres off his yearly furnace oil requirements.

A before-and-after energy audit revealed the Nicholson home boosted its EnerGuide rating from 69 to 72 by improving the attic insulation, install-

ing a new window and front door, and caulking all the windows. Other energy efficient steps included switching 27 lights to compact florescent lamps, two nightlights to LEDs and disconnecting the coal furnace from the oil furnace pipes.

An energy assessment revealed significant air leaks in the attic and around the front door. “In the attic, gee the cold air was coming down like anything,” he says. “The outside entrance – it was wicked out there! All I had was a hollow door. It was cold there all the time. But I didn’t mind when it was coal-heated it didn’t matter anyway.”

Does he recommend other homeowners take advantage of Efficiency Nova Scotia programs?

“Would I ever!” he says. “Anybody I talk to I tell them, ‘What a difference!’”

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Public Home Tours Every Saturday & Sunday from 1 PM to 4 PM

May 18-19 • May 25-26 • June 1-2 • June 8-9 This year marks the 25th anniversary of the Energy Efficiency Showcase of Homes (previously “R-2000 Showcase”), produced by the Nova Scotia Home Builders’ Association (NSHBA) and featuring some of the latest in energy-efficient home construction and technology.

This year’s Showcase features 25 homes from 16 different builders, on display every weekend from 1 – 4 pm, May 18 to June 9 (some exclusions noted).

The homes are located in Halifax, Dartmouth, Bedford, Bedford West, Hammonds Plains, Middle Sackville, Timberlea, Waverley, Fall River, Enfield, Belnan, Ingramport, Brookside and Hunts Point.

“The Energy Efficiency Showcase of Homes allows visitors to see for themselves what is available in

terms of energy efficient construction and talk to the professionals who build the homes,” says Paul Pettipas, NSHBA chief executive officer. “The benefits of energy-efficient construction are vast, but it helps when you can see for yourself what is included in making this type of housing choice.”

The homes range in size, price ranges and features, but one thing they all have in common is that each of the homes is designed, built, tested and certified to reach or exceed a specific EnerGuide ratings that exceeds current Canadian building codes. A unique blend of technology and craft, these homes offer significant energy savings, health and comfort advantages and are more environmentally friendly than the conventional home.

Complete List of Showcase Homes on pages 16-17

Showcase of Homes 6 Aquavista Lane Portland Hills, Dartmouth Home Builder:

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Home Type: Home Style: Floor Space (sq.ft) Bedrooms: Bathrooms: Flooring: Kitchen Features: Garage:

Townhome/Multi-Unit 2-Storey Finished: 2082 Total: 2082 3 2.5 Tile, Hardwood, Carpet Peninsula Kitchen Double, Heated

Energy Efficiency Information: EnerGuide Rating: Heating System: Special Items:

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$309,900 Property Description: An elegant, free-flowing “state of the art” 3 bedroom, 2 level design offering impressive Great Room with cozy fireplace, open gourmet style kitchen/dining area featuring sitaround peninsula, splendid master bedroom with cathedral ceilings, enhanced by large ensuite offering custom shower. The private back yard is yours to enjoy as is the well-sized deck – a perfect setting for those entertainment style barbecues.

Community Description: Directions: Portland Street to Portland Hills Drive, Left on Bellbrook Crescent, Left on Pebble Creek Crescent, Left on Aqua Vista.

A tranquil community conceived with respect for the natural lakefront surroundings, overlooking beautiful Russell Lake. Schools, shopping, health care facilities, entertainment and other important services are all nearby, with easy access to the Circumferential Hwy.

21 Castlestone Drive The Parks of West Bedford Home Builder:

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Home Type: Home Style: Floor Space (sq.ft) Bedrooms: Bathrooms: Flooring: Kitchen Features: Garage: Aging-in-Place:

Townhome/Multi Split-Entry Finished: 1642 Total: 2840 4 3 Tile, Hardwood, Laminate, Carpet Peninsula Kitchen Single, Heated Walk-in Showers

Energy Efficiency Information: EnerGuide Rating: Heating System: Special Items:

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FOR SALE

$339,900 Property Description: This spacious garden home features a main level master bedroom with an en-suite bath and second bedroom as well as an office or den, open concept living and dining with hardwood & Ceramic tile flooring and a 2nd full bath and laundry room. Fully finished lower level offers 3rd & 4th bedrooms and full bath, a den and a large storage/utility room as well as a bright, spacious family room. The oversize deck has southwest exposure and a stairway to the landscaped rear yard. Maintenance-free living.

Community Description: Directions: Hwy 102 to Exit 3, Left on Hammonds Plains Road, (look for BMO Centre) Left on Gary Martin Drive, Left on Castlestone Drive.

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An urban lifestyle enveloped by a rural ambiance. Close to schools and entertainment, 10 minutes to Bayers Lake , appx 20 min to downtown Halifax or the Airport. Dedicated green space, tree-lined trails and parks, and located close to the new BMO Quadpad.

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6 William Borrett Terrace The Ravines, Bedford Home Builder:

Cresco

Home Type: Home Style: Floor Space (sq.ft) Bedrooms: Bathrooms: Flooring: Kitchen Features: Garage: Other Features:

Single Detached 2-Storey Finished: 2941 Total: 3170 4 4 Hardwood, Carpet, Laminate, Ceramic Granite Countertops Single, Heated TechReady

Energy Efficiency Information: EnerGuide Rating: Heating System: Special Items:

84 Air-Source Heat Pump CFL Lighting, Low-Flow Toilets, Green Label Carpets, Low VOC Paints

MODEL HOME Property Description: This TechReady, EnerGuide-rated townhome is fully finished on all three levels and includes a main floor garage. Main floor offers 9ft ceilings.

Community Description: The Ravines is nestled in the hills of Bedford offering family living with an emphasis on outdoor lifestyle – enjoy the abundance of ravines, ponds, streams, walking paths, trees and natural vegetation. Variety of homestyles available.

Directions: Larry Uteck Blvd exit off Hwy 102, exit onto Nine Mile Drive, turn right on William Borrett Terrace.

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Showcase of Homes 4 Ternan Gate The Ravines, Bedford Home Builder:

Cresco

Home Type: Home Style: Floor Space (sq.ft) Bedrooms: Bathrooms: Flooring: Kitchen Features: Garage: Other Features:

Townhome/Multi-Unit 2-Storey Finished: 2151 Total: 2357 4 4 Hardwood, Carpet, Laminate, Ceramic Granite Countertops Single, Heated TechReady

Energy Efficiency Information: EnerGuide Rating: Heating System: Special Items:

83 Natural Gas Boiler, HWBB CFL Lighting, Low-Flow Toilets, Green Label Carpets, Low VOC Paints

FOR SALE

$373,400 Property Description: This TechReady, EnerGuide-rated townhome is fully finished on all three levels and includes a main floor garage. Main floor offers 9ft ceilings.

Community Description: The Ravines is nestled in the hills of Bedford offering family living with an emphasis on outdoor lifestyle – enjoy the abundance of ravines, ponds, streams, walking paths, trees and natural vegetation. Variety of homestyles available.

Directions: Larry Uteck Blvd exit off Hwy 102, exit onto Nine Mile Drive, turn right on Ternan Gate.

282 Gary Martin Drive The Parks of West Bedford Home Builder:

Cresco

Home Type: Home Style: Floor Space (sq.ft) Bedrooms: Bathrooms: Flooring: Kitchen Features: Garage: Other Features:

Townhome/Multi-Unit 2-Storey Finished: 2349 Total: 2349 3 4 Hardwood, Carpet, Laminate, Ceramic Granite Countertops Single, Heated (Rear Entry) TechReady

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FOR SALE

$329,900 Property Description: These townhomes feature classic stone front facades and tall windows, offering a conventional front entry and a full-size main floor as part of a rear-entry garage design.

Additional features include 9’ ceilings on the main floor, solid hardwood staircases to the lower level and to the second floor, spacious principle rooms and a master bedroom suite with 5-piece ensuite bath and walk-in closet. The central driveway ensures easy access to the rear of your home, where there is extra parking for guests.

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An urban lifestyle enveloped by a rural ambiance. Close to schools and entertainment, 10 minutes to Bayers Lake , appx 20 min to downtown Halifax or the Airport. Dedicated green space, tree-lined trails and parks, and located close to the new BMO Quadpad.

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23 Avignon Lane Brunello Estates, Timberlea Home Builder:

Destiny Homes

Home Type: Home Style: Living Space (sq.ft) Bedrooms: Bathrooms: Flooring: Kitchen Features: Garage: Other Features:

Single Detached 2 Storey Finished: 2249 Total: 3574 3 2.5 Engineered Hardwood, Ceramic Granite Island Double, Heated Propane Fireplace, Custom Granite Shower with Glass Door, TechReady

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Directions: Right on Exit 3 off Highway 103, right into Brunello Estates subdivision, left on Avignon Lane.

FOR SALE

$489,900 Property Description: This home includes 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, 1 powder room and a very large master closet with abundant shelving. TechReady wired, the home has a ductless heat pump for efficient heating plus air conditioning in the summer. It has a landscaped lot, large garage and stone on the front for curb appeal.

Community Description: Brunello Estates features a golf course, boat launch, Community Centre and hiking trails, It is located only 12 minutes to downtown Halifax with easy access to Hwy 103 and only minutes to schools and amenities.

231 Starflower Way Ridgewood Park, Brookside Home Builder:

Destiny Homes

Home Type: Home Style: Living Space (sq.ft) Bedrooms: Bathrooms: Flooring: Kitchen Features: Garage:

Single Detached Split-Entry Finished: 2218 Total: 2218 4 3 Hardwood Bisque Kitchen, Crown/Light Rail, Island Single, Heated

$307,900 Property Description:

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This split-entry has a very open layout which is brightened by the sun all day long. It has three bedrooms upstairs with a main bath plus ensuite off the master. The lower level offers a large rec room with a patio door, a den and a large bathroom. The exterior features upgraded siding and a 10’ x 15’ deck, perfect for barbecues and enjoying the country air.

Community Description: Directions: St.Margaret’s Bay Rd to Prospect Rd, 8km past Exhibition Park, left on Brookside Rd, continue until you reach Ridgewood Park sign, right on Thicket Dr, left on Starflower Way.

This quiet community offers acre-plus homesites, deeded lake access and is only minutes to ocean beaches and walking trails. It has excellent local schools and amenities, plus only 15 minutes to the city and shopping at Bayers Lake.

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21 Castlestone Drive The Parks of West Bedford $339,900

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6 William Borrett Terrace The Ravines, Bedford MODEL HOME

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4 Ternan Gate The Ravines, Bedford $373,400

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282 Gary Martin Drive The Parks of West Bedford $329,900 Page 20

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231 Hollyhock Way The Parks of West Bedford $489,900

111 Cherrywood Drive Portland Hills, Dartmouth $599,900 Page 25

188 Aberdeen Drive St. Andrews West, Fall River MODEL/DESIGN CENTRE

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13 Whites Road White Estates, Enfield $374,900

159 Royal Oaks Way Garden Meadows, Belnan (SOLD) $452,000

181 Five Rivers Drive White Point Country Estates, Hunts Point MODEL HOME

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572 Viscount Run Kingswood North, Hammonds Plains $459,900

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411 Duart Avenue St. Andrews West, Fall River $599,900

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6 Aquavista Lane Portland Hills, Dartmouth $309,900

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23 Avignon Lane Brunello Estates, Timberlea $489,900

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231 Starflower Way Ridgewood Park, Brookside $307,900 Page 22

331 Willowhill Ridge Spider Lake Country Estates, Dartmouth $769,900

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8 Riverwood Drive Riverwood Estates, Timberlea $409,900

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8022 St.Margarets Bay Rd Miller’s Landing, Ingramport $549,000

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3 Aspen Hill Court The Parks of West Bedford $439,900

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11 Goldeneye Drive Sheldrake Heights, Hammonds Plains $479,900

118 Kernwood Drive Lisle Lake, Middle Sackville $344,900

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4 Three Admirals Drive The Parks of West Bedford $375,900

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38 Aspen Hill Court The Parks of West Bedford $389,900

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107 Olive Avenue Thistle Grove, Bedford West $479,900

Showcase of Homes 8022 St.Margarets Bay Rd Miller’s Landing, Ingramport Home Builder:

Destiny Homes

Home Type: Home Style: Living Space (sq.ft) Bedrooms: Bathrooms: Flooring: Kitchen Features:

Townhome/Multi-Unit 2-Storey Finished: 2099 Total: 3251 3 2.5 Hardwood, Ceramic, Carpet Mix of Custom Grey Paint and Stain, Granite Countertops, Wine Rack Single, Heated Propane Fireplace

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FOR SALE

$549,000 Property Description: This beautiful home is built on the ocean with three bedrooms, two bathrooms and a powder room. It has a large loft area with glass rails, where you can sit and enjoy the ocean views. Features a large garage, beautiful kitchen with custom grey stain and paint and tile back splash.

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Community Description: A 12-Home Condominium Community in Millers Landing. Steps from your backdoor is 1400 feet of oceanfrontage which will include a community wharf. The Trans-Canada Trail is minutes away, as are beaches and golf courses. Located just 25 minutes from Halifax.

Directions: Hwy 103 to Exit 5, Left on Hammonds Plains Rd, Right on St. Margarets Bay Rd, site on left appx 10 minutes away.

118 Kernwood Drive Lisle Lake, Middle Sackville Home Builder:

Dreamgate Homes

Home Type: Home Style: Living Space (sq.ft) Bedrooms: Bathrooms: Flooring: Kitchen Features: Garage: Other Features:

Single Detached Split-Entry Finished: 1991 Total: 2700 3 2.5 Hardwood, Ceramic, Laminate L-Shape with Seat-Island Double, Heated TechReady, Surround Sound, Lifetime Warranty Shingles, Engineered Floor Joists

Energy Efficiency Information: EnerGuide Rating: Heating System: Special Items:

88 Air-Source Heat Pump High-Efficiency HRV, CFL Lighting, Low-Flow Toilets, Low VOC Paints, Drain-Water Heat Recovery, Hybrid Hot Water Tank

Directions: Exit 2A off Hwy 101 to Upper Sackville. First Right (after roundabout) on Wilson Lake Drive, Right on Rhodora, Left on Kernwood.

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FOR SALE

$344,900 Property Description: This Dreamgate Home has 3 bedrooms, 3 baths, large garage, R-2000 and TechReady Certified. The main floor boasts cathedral ceilings with hardwood stairs and floors in addition to a kitchen that any cook would be truly proud of. The master bedroom offers a gorgeous ensuite bath with a water jet tub. The walk-in closet is sure to please with built in shelving and generous space. The lower level is wired for your home theatre and will be an awesome space to entertain. Includes 10 Year Atlantic Home Warranty.

Community Description: The area of Lisle Lake, located just off of Wilson Lake Drive, Middle Sackville, is just minutes away from Highway 101. Beautiful 1-3 acre country-style lots nestled amongst the trees and close to schools, parks, a recreational centre and local amenities.

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231 Hollyhock Way The Parks of West Bedford Home Builder:

Homes by Highgate

Home Type: Home Style: Living Space (sq.ft) Bedrooms: Bathrooms: Flooring: Kitchen Features: Garage:

Single Detached 2-Storey Finished: 2100 Total: 2995 4 3.5 Engineered Oak Hardwood, Ceramic, Carpet Corian Countertop, 2-Tone Cabinets Single, Heated

FOR SALE

$489,900

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Held to a higher standard, Homes By Highgate is the newest builder in Stonington Park, West Bedford. Designs that blend modern flare with traditional architecture that will maintain a timeless character to your home’s value. Highgate is the only builder in West Bedford using Spray foam insulation technologies combined with Natural Gas heat pump unit to give you a very airtight high efficient home. Come see what Homes By Highgate can offer you. 7yr Atlantic Home Warranty included.

84 Natural Gas Forced Air-Source Heat Pump Spray Foam Insulation (all exterior walls), Energy Star Appliances, Low-Flow Toilets, Low VOC Paints

Community Description: Directions: Hwy 102 to Exit 3, Left on Hammonds Plains Rd, (look for BMO Centre) Left on Gary Martin Drive, Left on Capstone, Left on Hollyhock Way

An urban lifestyle enveloped by a rural ambiance. Close to schools and entertainment, 10 minutes to Bayers Lake , appx 20 min to downtown Halifax or the Airport. Dedicated green space, tree-lined trails and parks, and located close to the new BMO Quadpad.

111 Cherrywood Drive Portland Hills, Dartmouth Home Builder:

MacFarlane Homes

Home Type: Home Style: Living Space (sq.ft) Bedrooms: Bathrooms: Flooring: Kitchen Features:

Single Detached Bungalow Finished: 3347 Total: 3347 4 3 Hardwood, Ceramic, Carpet White Shaker Style Cabinets, Zodiac Countertops, Stainless Steal Appliances Double, Heated Essential Amenities All On Main Floor TechReady with Intercom, Security Cameras and Monitors, Surround Sound.

Garage: Aging -in-Place: Other Features:

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88 Air Source Heat Pump CFLs, Energy Star Appliances, Solar HW, PV System, Low-Flow Toilets, Green Label Carpets, Low VOC Paints, DW Heat Recovery

Directions: East on Portland Street, Right on Caldwell Road, 3rd Right onto Cherrywood Drive.

FOR SALE

$599,900 Property Description: Luxury R-2000 bungalow with all the bells and whistles. Great room with beamed cathedral ceilings, electric fireplace, entertainment centre, lake view, large deck with glass panels in rail. Large master with huge walk-in closet, ensuite with freestanding tub and custom ceramic shower. Two storey foyer. Main level has all hardwood and ceramic floors.

Lower level has huge games room with gorgeous bar area, surround sound, 3 bedrooms and full bath. Most lower level rooms have 10’ ceilings. Main floor ceilings are 9’. Exposed aggregate driveway, walkway and steps.

Community Description: Caldwell Road Elementary School is a short walk away. Ball field nearby. Short walk to shopping centre with a Superstore and Walmart. Close to all local amenities.

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Garden Meadows, Belnan Home Builder:

Kel-Greg Homes

Home Type: Home Style: Living Space (sq.ft) Bedrooms: Bathrooms: Flooring: Kitchen Features:

Single Detached 2-Storey Finished: 3246 Total: 3318 3 3.5 Hardwood, Ceramic, Carpet 64” Side-by-Side Fridge/Freezer, Granite Countertops, Pot-Filler Faucet (over range) Double (with pet wash), Heated TechReady, Audio System, Theatre Area, Walk-in Pantry, Custom Tile Shower

Garage: Other Features:

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SOLD!

$452,000 Property Description: Whether you enter through the spacious front foyer or back mudroom, this custom home provides an abundance of space to keep you organized. The main floor features a cozy fireplace, massive kitchen, walk-in pantry and even a pet wash in the garage. The Hrdwd staircase leads the upper level, featuring laundry area, 2 large bedrooms plus the luxurious master suite, with walk-in closet and ensuite bath. The basement level offers a large rec-room, office/4th bedroom and full bath.

Community Description: Directions: Exit 8 to Elmsdale off Hwy 102, 3km past Superstore, Right on Garden Rd, 1km then Right on Royal Oaks Way (see Garden Meadows sign)

Garden Meadows is a distinct mix of relaxing country living and modern convenience.

Dedicated walking trails, a quick 4 minute trip to Elmsdale for all shops and amenities, plus easy access to new schools, a recreation centre, beaches, parks and 4 golf courses.

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181 Five Rivers Drive White Point Country Estates, Hunts Point Home Builder:

Lloyoll Custom Building

Home Type: Home Style: Living Space (sq.ft) Bedrooms: Bathrooms: Flooring:

Single Detached 2-Storey Finished: 3230 Total: 3230 3 3 Diamond Polished Concrete, Canadian Maple Hardwood Polished Concrete Countertops, Cherry Cabinetry, Stainless Appliances All necessary facilities located on main level

Kitchen Features: Aging-in-Place:

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Directions: Exit 20a off Hwy 103, Follow White Point Beach Resort signs, Enter Resort, Left into “Estates” (marked on gate), #181 on Right (water).

MODEL HOME Property Description: “Storm Watch” is an architecturally stunning, ocean front home. South/South-East orientation captures solar gain for the thermal mass floors in the winter, while 3’ overhangs decrease exposure in summer months. Concrete, steel and timber construction flows seemlessly with the natural environment. Inside, custom polished concrete countertops, inlaid with ammonites and seashells, grace every cabinet surface. Open concept design creates a sense of space, while custom woodwork and craftsmanship lends warmth.

Community Description: Located in the White Point Beach Resort Community, offering all resort amenities including lodge, pool, gym, games room, fine dining, golf and the magnificent beach. A quick 10 minute drive to historical Liverpool offers all town amenities, shops and schools, plus access to popular summer festivals such as Privateer Days and Brooklyn Sea Fest .

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331 Willowhill Ridge Spider Lake Country Estates, Dartmouth Home Builder:

Nickkels Contracting

Home Type: Home Style: Living Space (sq.ft) Bedrooms: Bathrooms: Flooring: Kitchen Features: Garage: Other Features:

Single Detached Bungalow Finished: 4334 Total: 4334 4 3.5 Hardwood, Ceramic Granite Countertops, Birch Cabinets Double, Heated Wine Room (climate controlled), Theatre Room, Flex Room

FOR SALE

$769,900 Property Description: This beautiful R-2000 bungalow nestled in phase 3 of Spider Lake Country Estates is perfect for a growing family and/or couples who like to entertain. Features include 3 1/2 bathrooms, large kitchen and dining room combination and main floor mud room. Lower level offers a flex room (4th bdrm or office), spacious rec-room, fully-wired home theatre and a climate-controlled wine room with custom shelving and tasting area.

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Community Description:

Directions: Waverley Rd, Right on Spider Lake Rd, top of hill then Right on Willowhill Ridge Drive, Home on Cul de Sac at end.

Spider Lake Country Estates is located just outside the hustle & bustle of busy Dartmouth.

Featuring country-sized homesites, lots of trees, beautiful parkland, walking & biking trails, located just minutes from Shubie Park, Dartmouth Crossing and local schools.

3 Aspen Hill Court The Parks of West Bedford Home Builder:

Provident Developments Inc.

Home Type: Home Style: Living Space (sq.ft) Bedrooms: Bathrooms: Flooring: Kitchen Features: Garage: Other Features:

Single Detached 2-Storey Finished: 2267 Total: 3211 4 2.5 Carpet, Hardwood, Ceramic/Porcelain Walk-in Pantry Single + Half, Heated Spa Ensuite, Open Concept, Large Windows

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FOR SALE

$439,900 Property Description: The “Green Park” design, with 2267 sqft. finished living space, features a 1.5 car garage, open concept great room, kitchen with 10’ ceiling and large 7’ windows. A wonderful sunroom/den welcomes you at the entrance, while the upper level features the three bedrooms, full laundry room, full bath plus penthouse master suite. The basement features an additional 944 sqft that can be finished to suit your lifestyle.

Community Description: Directions: Hwy 102 to Exit 3, Left on Hammonds Plains Rd, (look for BMO Centre) to Gary Martin Dr, Right on Hazelton Hill, Right on Aspen Hill Court 22

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Provident Developments Inc.

Home Type: Home Style: Living Space (sq.ft) Bedrooms: Bathrooms: Flooring: Kitchen Features: Garage: Other Features:

Single Detached 2-Storey Finished: 2543 4 4 Carpet, Hardwood, Ceramic/Porcelain Walk-in Pantry Single, Heated Penthouse Master Suite

FOR SALE

$375,900 Property Description:

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84 Ductless Heat Pump, Electric Backup Energy Star Appliances, Low-Flow Toilets, Drain Water Heat-Recovery

Directions: Hwy 102 to Exit 3, Left on Hammonds Plains Road, (look for BMO Centre) to Gary Martin Drive, Left on Capstone Cresc, Left on Hollyhock Way, Right on Three Admirals Drive

The “Ridgeway Park” home design emphasizes “living large” with a large open dining / living room with 10’ high ceilings, kitchen with walk in pantry, separate dining area, penthouse master suite with a walk-in-closet and ensuite plus separate laundry room and attached garage.

Community Description: An urban lifestyle enveloped by a rural ambiance. Close to schools and entertainment, 10 minutes to Bayers Lake , appx 20 min to downtown Halifax or the Airport. Dedicated green space, tree-lined trails and parks, and located close to the new BMO Quadpad.

38 Aspen Hill Court The Parks of West Bedford Home Builder:

Ramar Construction Ltd.

Home Type: Home Style: Living Space (sq.ft) Bedrooms: Bathrooms: Flooring: Kitchen Features: Garage: Other Features:

Single Detached 2-Storey Finished: 2000 Total: 2000 3 3 Hardwood, Ceramic, Carpet Kitchen Island, Granite Countertops Single, Heated Upgraded Flooring, Stained Stairs/Cabinets

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$389,900 Property Description: Gorgeous two-storey home in highly sought-after new phase of West Bedford. 2,000 square foot home featuring main floor hardwood and ceramic, one set of hardwood stairs, granite kitchen counter tops, 16`x12` rear deck. The upper level boasts 3 bedrooms, master ensuite with double vanity and walk-in closet, and upper level laundry room.

Paved driveway and fully landscaped yard.

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188 Aberdeen Drive St. Andrews West, Fall River Home Builder:

Rooftight Construction

Home Type: Home Style: Living Space (sq.ft) Bedrooms: Bathrooms: Flooring: Kitchen features:

Single Detached Bungalow Finished: 4450 Total: 4450 4 3.5 Hardwood, Tile, Carpet, Cork Stained Birch Shaker Cabinets, Persian Pearl Granite, 8ft Island w/Bar Top Side Feed, Double Bay with Epoxy Finish Floor Vaulted Ceilings in Great Room/Kitchen and Master Bedroom, Professionally Landscaped

Garage: Other Features:

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84 Heat Pump + Solar Hot Water In-Floor CFL Lighting, Energy Star Appliances, Solar Domestic HW, Dual-Flush Toilets, Green Label Carpets, Low VOC Paints

Directions: Fall River Exit off Hwy 102/118 Junction, Waverley Rd to lights, Left on Fall River Rd, Right on Lockview, Left on High, Right on Aberdeen

MODEL HOME Property Description: Come experience the one-of-a-kind Rooftight Design Centre! Professionally designed and decorated show home featuring Nova Scotia’s only woman-centric design approach.

Vaulted open concept main living area, elegant master suite, split bedroom design with Jack’n Jill bath, home theatre room, distinct custom finishes. Sears appliance expert on hand for questions and cooking demo – Enjoy free samples from the Rooftight Grill!

Community Description: Nestled between St. Andrew’s and Kinsac Lakes, just 15 minutes from the downtowns, lies the upscale community of St. Andrews West in beautiful Fall River. Featuring Craftsman style homes with comfortable open floor plans, all on well-treed acre-plus, private lots. Excellent schools, recreation centre and local amenities close by.

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Showcase of Homes 13 Whites Road White Estates, Enfield Home Builder:

Scotian Homes

Home Type: Home Style: Living Space (sq.ft) Bedrooms: Bathrooms: Flooring: Kitchen features: Garage: Other Features:

Single Detached 2-Storey Finished: 1720 Total: 2080 4 2.5 Tropical Walnut Hardwood, Ceramic 2-Tone Cabinets, Peninsula, Range Hood Single, Heated Security System, TechReady

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NextGen

88 Air-Source Heat Pump CFL Lighting, Energy Star Appliances, Solar HW, Low-Flow Toilets, Low VOC Paints

Directions: Exit 7 off Hwy 102, Hwy 2 to Enfield. Left on White Rd (appx 3.5 km from Exit 7), 13 White Road is first house on your right.

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$374,900 Property Description: This Executive 2-storey home open concept main floor living and dining rooms with a beautiful two tone kitchen, offset powder room, and large private back deck. The master suite sits on its own split-level running the entire depth of the house and includes a walk-in closet and a 5-piece ensuite. The upper level boasts two bedrooms, laundry room, 4-piece bathroom, and a bonus room suitable as a playroom, office, or spare bedroom.

The basement area has plenty of room for a future rec-room and an additional bathroom.

The single car heated garage has added depth for a small workshop or extra storage.

Community Description: Located in the heart of Enfield, this home is only 14 minutes from the airport and within walking distance to the elementary school, restaurants, convenience stores and shops.

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572 Viscount Run Kingswood North, Hammonds Plains Home Builder:

Skymark Homes

Home Type: Home Style: Living Space (sq.ft) Bedrooms: Bathrooms: Flooring: Kitchen features: Garage:

Single Detached 2-Storey Finished: 2451 Total: 3634 5 3 Hardwood, Ceramic, Carpet Granite Countertops Double, Heated

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$459,900 Property Description:

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This stunning 2-storey home offers 4 bedrooms, as well as laundry room, on the upper level, with a 5th on the main floor. Hardwood floors throughout main level, continuing up staircase and upper floor. Basement and main floor boast 9` ceilings while the open concept kitchen features granite countertops and tiled backsplash, soft-close cabinets and under-cabinet lighting, plus water lines plumbed to the Fridge

Community Description: Directions: Located off Hammonds Plains Road, across from Kingswood on the Lakes.

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Showcase of Homes 411 Duart Avenue St. Andrews West, Fall River Home Builder:

Stonewater Homes

Home Type: Home Style: Living Space (sq.ft) Bedrooms: Bathrooms: Flooring: Kitchen features:

Single Detached Bungalow Finished: 3802 Total: 4538 5 3 Maple Hdwd, Ceramic, Laminate, Carpet Propane Range, Slow-Close Doors/Drawers Quartz Countertops Double + Single, Heated

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$599,900 Property Description: “The Duart” is a spacious 5 bdrm, 3 bath bungalow featuring a great room with vaulted ceilings, floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace, timber frame accents, built in cabinetry and sound system. The gourmet kitchen features quartz countertops, walk-in pantry and propane range. Master ensuite offers freestanding tub and custom tiled shower. Also includes screened porch, upgraded trim, custom closet organizers, 9’ ceilings and a theatre room.

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Community Description: Directions: Fall River Exit off Hwy 102/118 Junction, Waverley Rd to lights, Left on Fall River Rd, Right on Lockview, Left on High, Right on Aberdeen, Left on Duart Avenue

Nestled between St. Andrew’s and Kinsac Lakes, just 15 minutes from the downtowns, lies the upscale community of St. Andrews West in beautiful Fall River. Featuring Craftsman style homes with comfortable open floor plans, all on well-treed acre-plus, private lots. Excellent schools, recreation centre and local amenities close by.

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A recent study done by the Canadian Home Builders’ Association (CHBA) took an actual comparison of an Ottawa-built home in 1975, complete with archived construction specifications, with a computer simulation for exactly the same-sized house built using today’s specifications. The results showed the 1975 home reached an EnerGuide rating of only 41, while the home built today was rated as an 80. In overall terms, the same home built today used 66% less energy for all purposes – heating, lighting and everyday living.

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8 Riverwood Drive

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Riverwood Estates, Timberlea Home Builder:

Whitestone Developments

Home Type: Home Style: Living Space (sq.ft) Bedrooms: Bathrooms: Flooring: Kitchen features: Garage: Aging-in-Place:

Single Detached 2-Storey Finished: 1664 Total: 2416 3 4 Hardwood, Ceramic/Porcelain, Carpet Bar, Walk-in Pantry Single, Heated All Outlets & Switches Lower, Levered Door Handles, Wider Doorways Underground wiring, fully landscaped

Other Features:

Energy Efficiency Information: EnerGuide Rating: Heating System: Special Items:

85 Air-Source Heat Pump CFL Lighting, Energy Star Appliances, Low-Flow Toilets, Low VOC Paint, Drain Water Heat-Recovery, Solar Ready

Directions: Hwy103 to Exit 3, Old Bay Road, Left to Brentwood. At the 4-way stop Left on Eisner, Left on Riverwood to the end of cul-de-sac.

11 Goldeneye Drive

FOR SALE

$409,900 Property Description: This R-2000 riverfront home has a country flair with a secluded location, just minutes from the city! Solar ready, landscaped, hardwood staircase, 12x10 rear deck. Master has large walk-in closet & ensuite, laundry on upper floor, plus 2 bedrooms & shared full bath. Large walk-in pantry off the kitchen & a bar over-looking the dining room. Main floor great room with 10-foot ceiling. Fully finished basement with garage, mechanical room, storage, & rec room. Fully landscaped with paved driveway and includes a 7 year new home warranty.

Community Description: Quite, riverfront development provides beautiful country feel only minutes from highway (less than 17km from the heart of downtown Halifax). Only 10 minutes from the local amenities of the Bayers Lake shopping area. Situated close to schools.

OPEN 2-4 PM ONLY!

Sheldrake Heights, Hammonds Plains Home Builder:

Whitestone Developments

Home Type: Home Style: Living Space (sq.ft) Bedrooms: Bathrooms: Flooring: Kitchen features: Garage: Aging-in-Place:

Single Detached 2-Storey Finished: 2380 Total: 3480 3 4 Hardwood, Ceramic/Porcelain Bar, Walk-in Pantry Double, Heated All Outlets & Switches Lower, Levered Door Handles Underground wiring

Other Features:

Energy Efficiency Information: EnerGuide Rating: Heating System: Special Items:

85 Air-Source Heat Pump CFL Lighting, Energy Star Appliances, Low-Flow Toilets, Low VOC Paint, Drain Water Heat-Recovery, Solar Ready

Directions: Hwy 103 to Exit 4. Turn right on St. Margarets Bay Road, then left on Eider Drive. Turn right on Goldeneye, first home on the right.

FOR SALE

$479,900 Property Description: This R-2000 home is located on a large 3.41 acre lot in a beautiful country setting. The main floor open concept design has 2-storey great room with stunning hardwood staircase & propane fireplace. Kitchen features large island, granite countertops and walk-in pantry, and includes a large dining area with patio doors to deck and back yard. Fully finished basement has media room, rec room, den, and full bath. Features include: 7 Year Home Warranty, Energuide Rated, Tech Ready, heatpump, solar ready, & underground wiring!

Community Description: Brand new community provides beautiful country feel only minutes from highway, less than 25km from the heart of downtown Halifax. Only 10km from local amenities (shopping, restaurants) in Hammonds Plains. Situated close to schools.

Nova Scotia Home Builders’ Association

2013 Energy Efficiency Showcase of Homes

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Showcase of Homes 99 Cannon Terrace

See all homes and directions on pages 16-17 OPEN 2-4 PM ONLY!

Willow Ridge, Dartmouth Home Builder:

Whitestone Developments

Home Type: Home Style: Living Space (sq.ft) Bedrooms: Bathrooms: Flooring: Kitchen features: Garage: Aging-in-Place:

Single Detached Bungalow Finished: 1270 Total: 2540 3 3 Hardwood, Ceramic/Porcelain, Carpet Bar, Walk-in Pantry, Stainless Steal Appliances Double, Heated All Outlets & Switches Lower, Custom Shower Levered Door Handles, Wider Doorways, Light Timers and Automatic Sensors Underground wiring, fully landscaped

Other Features:

Energy Efficiency Information: EnerGuide Rating: Heating System: Special Items:

85 Air-Source Heat Pump CFL Lighting, Energy Star Appliances, Low-Flow Toilets, Low VOC Paint, Drain Water Heat-Recovery, Solar Ready, Insulated sheathing and basement slab

Directions: Woodland Avenue to Lancaster Drive, Right on Cannon Terrace

107 Olive Avenue

FOR SALE

$389,900 Property Description: This R-2000 home offers a modern kitchen with island & walk-in pantry. Living room with natural gas fireplace leads to a dining area & walks out to a back deck. Master bedroom has walk-in closet & ensuite with custom shower. Hardwood staircase leads to finished basement lower level, which contains pre-wired media room, rec room, mud room, den/ bedroom, mech room, & a half-bath. Home also has 6 x 10 covered front porch. TechReady Certified, solar ready, & has an efficient air-to-air heat pump, HRV, & drain water heat recovery system. Includes a 7-year home warranty and comes with all stainless steal appliances!

Community Description: Willow Ridge is Nova Scotia’s first R-2000 community. Centrally located near Dartmouth Crossing & Mic Mac Mall. Minutes from either bridge into Halifax. Located close to schools.

OPEN 2-4 PM ONLY!

Thistle Grove, Bedford West Home Builder:

Whitestone Developments

Home Type: Home Style: Living Space (sq.ft) Bedrooms: Bathrooms: Flooring: Kitchen features: Garage: Aging-in-Place:

Single Detached Raised Bunaglow Finished: 1264 Total: 2530 3 3 Hardwood, Ceramic/Porcelain Island, Walk-in Pantry, Granite Double, Heated All Outlets & Switches Lower, Custom Shower, Levered Door Handles, Wider Doorways Underground Wiring, Fully Landscapes

Other Features:

Energy Efficiency Information: EnerGuide Rating: Heating System: Special Items:

85 Air-Source Heat Pump CFL Lighting, Energy Star Appliances, Low-Flow Toilets, Low VOC Paint, Drain Water Heat-Recovery, Solar Ready, Blown Insulated Foam (R-20 Under Slab, R-40 Walls and R-260 Attic)

Directions: Hammonds Plains Rd, Left on Lewis Dr, Right on Olive Avenue.

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FOR SALE

$479,900 Property Description: Modern R-2000 raised bungalow featuring master bedroom with large walk-in closet & ensuite with custom shower & soaker tub. Walk-in pantry off beautiful open-concept kitchen with granite countertop island. All upper floor has hardwood & ceramic. Living room with PP fireplace has walkout to upper deck, with propane BBQ rough-in. Finished lower level with mech, 2 bedrooms, 4 piece bath, & rec room that includes walkout to cement patio. Attached garage, finished cement drive & front stairs. Includes 7 year new home warranty.

Community Description: Located just off Hammonds Plains Rd, Thistle Grove is only minutes from all modern amenities in Bedford & Halifax. Quiet cul-de-sac setting designed for single-family homes, reducing traffic, contributing to a more serene, peaceful setting. All underground power.

Nova Scotia Home Builders’ Association

Get Started On Your Heat Pump Revolution We’ve heard a lot recently about heat pumps and how they can help Nova Scotians save energy. So we spoke with Don MacKenzie of Eastwing Products Limited to learn more about heat pumps and how they can work for us.

Q: Why are they a good choice for Nova Scotians?

A: We’re lucky that Nova Scotia has a fairly moderate climate year round. This means that a heat pump system can be efficient all year long, since the milder climate makes it easier for the heat pump to extract heat from the outside air, water or ground and transfer it indoors.

Q: So what is a heat pump? And how do they actually work?

Q: What should people consider before getting a heat pump?

A: Basically, a heat pump is a heating and cooling system that uses refrigerant to move heat from one place to another. When it’s cold, the refrigerant absorbs heat from the air, water or ground outdoors and circulates it inside, where the heat is released to warm the house. During the summer the system works in reverse, absorbing heat from the air inside the home and releasing it outside, cooling the house down.

A: People should think about how they heat their homes now, and talk to an expert about what kind of heat pump would be most suitable. For example, if there is already a ductwork system in the home a central system might be the best fit. If the house has some form of baseboard heating then a wall mounted ductless system would probably make the most sense.

Q: Why do you think more and more Nova Scotians are choosing heat pumps for their homes?

A: Installation will vary depending upon the type of system you choose. Some systems require ductwork installation, others do not. The age of a home itself is not critical but insulation levels in the walls and attic will impact the effectiveness of any system.

A: First of all, heat pumps are one of the least expensive ways to heat your home. Even though every home is different, we’ve heard that our customers save significantly on their heating bills with their heat pumps. And they’re often much easier to maintain than other traditional forms of heating.

Finally, we’ve seen air conditioning become dramatically more popular – people drive air conditioned cars and work in air conditioned offices, and understandably they want the same comfort in their homes. Heat pumps can provide all of this efficiently and cost-effectively.

Q: Who do you think should consider using a heat pump?

A: There are several different types of heat pump systems available today that can be a great fit for almost any type of home. Whether you’re in a fully furnished home with existing electric baseboard or oil hot water baseboard heating, or building a new home, there’s likely a heat pump system that will work well for your unique situation. They can be used as a complete replacement or as a supplement for an existing heating system.

Q: How do they help increase energy efficiency in homes?

A: Traditional ways to heat our homes have never been incredibly efficient.

Heat from traditional furnaces can escape up the chimney, for example, and never make it into our home. With the advances we’ve seen in heat pump technology, the systems are remarkably efficient. For every watt of electricity needed to run a heat pump, two watts of heat are transferred into the house.

Because of this, they help increase the EnerGuide rating on homes as well.

Q: How does installation work? Are they harder to install in older homes?

Q: What’s the maintenance like for heat pumps? Are they easy to manage?

A: They really are easy to maintain. Day-to-day, the system will just run like clockwork and you don’t have to think about it at all. And like other appliances, we do recommend regular yearly maintenance to make sure it stays clean and running efficiently.

Q: Are there other benefits people might see with a heat pump?

A: Heat pumps can help improve the air quality in your home, making them an effective way for people with asthma or allergies to heat their homes. Since no fuel is burned in the house, there are no pollutants added to the air in your home. Also, when the system is used as an air conditioner it dehumidifies the air in your home as well, eliminating the need for a stand-alone de-humidifier in many cases.

Q: How can people find out more about heat pumps or talk to someone about their specific project?

A: Get in touch with an experienced professional if you want to learn more.

You can visit HeatPumpsSetYouFree.ca for a list of heat pump contractors across Nova Scotia.

Eastwing has been selling and installing heat pumps since 2001 and has worked with MacFarlane, Rooftight, Stonewater and Whitestone builders to install heat pumps in homes featured in NSHBA’s 2013 Energy Efficiency Showcase of Homes.

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