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SMART DESIGN FOR A HEALTHIER HOME

OCTOBER 2017

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You and your family should always feel healthy, comfortable, safe and protected. That’s why

we believe stewardship in the home design and build process should be about more than

just the environment. We focus on four holistic factors that have a dramatic impact on your

physical, emotional and mental well-being, as well as the environment: health, energy, water

and smart home technology.

The following are just some of the many features and options we offer to enhance your

quality of life, protect the environment and keep your family safe. For more information

about options for personalization, contact your Community Sales Manager.

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IMPROVED INDOOR AIR QUALITY

Clean air is essential to optimal health and in many cases, indoor air

quality can be worse than outdoor air quality. Common products like paint

and carpeting can release harmful VOCs (Volatile Organic Compounds)

that cause short- and long-term damage to your health. Mold, dust and

pet dander can cause headaches, allergies and respiratory issues among

other problems. That’s why we make every effort to improve indoor air

quality with a focus on low VOC products, moisture management and

superior filtration systems that clean the air to provide a safe environment

for you and your family.

All Fielding Homes feature:

• Green Label Plus certified carpet padding

• Superior air filtration systems (MERV 11) that capture more airborne

particles than standard air filtration systems

• Moisture management products like housewrap, flashing, and ice and

water shield to prevent mold

Low VOC products including:

• Paints from Sherwin-Williams®

• Sealants and caulking compounds

• Flooring for both hard surfaces and carpet

• Flooring adhesives

• Low formaldehyde emissions from Timberlake Cabinetry

(per the CARB Air Toxic Control Standards)

Your family’s health is our top priority. That’s why we’ve designed your

home with materials and features that promote wellness and improve your

quality of life, including:

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Additional personalization options:

• Hard surface flooring throughout the home to minimize allergens

• Upgraded filtration systems for specific health concerns

• Safe for healthcare environments, MERV 16 systems filter out even the

smallest particles

• For hospital-grade filtration, combine UV lights with MERV 16 filtration

systems which reduce bacteria and mold in the air

A FOCUS ON NUTRITION

The average American diet consists of too many sugars, processed foods

and “bad” fats that gradually weaken immune function, leading to a

multitude of health issues. We’ve designed and equipped kitchens and our

communities with healthy eating habits in mind.

• Large refrigerators ranging from 21.9 to 27.8 cubic feet allow for plenty

of fresh food storage

• Double-basin sinks let you minimize contamination between fresh foods

and meats

• A variety of solid surface countertop options that are easily sterilized

for proper food preparation

• Choose to add electrical outlets in flex spaces or garages for additional

refrigerators or freezers

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WATER PURITY

We know how important the quality of your drinking water is. That’s why

we offer reverse osmosis under-sink filtration that removes water impurities

at your kitchen sink, or whole house water filtration systems which help

provide consistent high-quality water for the entire home.

AMPLE NATURAL LIGHT

Natural light is vital to mental and physical health, improving mood, brain

function and sleep quality. At Fielding Homes, we have carefully designed

our floor plans to offer as much natural light as possible with more

windows compared to homes of similar style and price. These designs

provide enhanced connectivity between indoor and outdoor spaces while

also reducing dependence on electricity.

Additional personalization option:

• Innovative solar light tubes that add natural light from above and

reduce the need for artificial lighting

PROMOTING FITNESS

Physical activity affects your heart, weight, bone and brain function,

and reduces stress. It’s one of the most important things you can do to

maintain and better your health, but it can be difficult to find time to work

out on a regular basis.

To promote physical fitness, our communities have been carefully

designed to provide plenty of green space and easy access to walking and

bike trails, so you can get your workout right outside your door.

Additional personalization option:

• With flex spaces in many of our floor plans, you can create a home gym or

yoga and barre room, so you don’t have to leave your home to be active

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Fielding Homes are fundamentally built with energy efficiency in mind,

so you can enjoy lower utility bills, increased comfort and the peace of

mind that comes with a reduced impact on the environment. We use the

HERS Energy Index rating process— the industry standard for measuring

a home’s energy efficiency — to ensure we are utilizing energy efficient

products and the home and its ductwork system are tight, meaning

maximum efficiency in every home we build.

HIGH-TECH HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING

All Fielding Homes include an energy-efficient Lennox 14 SEER air

conditioner and gas furnace that can be connected to a solar power

system. And for single-story homes that have a second floor added, rather

than adding a second gas furnace, a heat pump is used for the second

floor, which is more efficient than using a second furnace.

INSULATION

Fielding Homes include R13 or R15 insulation on exterior walls, and attic

insulation is standard with R30 or R38, based on code requirements.*

R-value measures resistance to heat flow, so the higher the R-value, the

more efficient your home is which lowers your energy bills. Homes built

prior to 2012 likely have a lower R-value due to building code changes.

All of our homes are tested for insulation leaks through third-party HERS

raters and installed per Grade 1 standards, ensuring maximum efficiency

and comfort for you and your family. There are three grades of insulation

with Grade 1 being the best; the insulation is installed according to the

manufacturer’s instructions, filling the cavity completely and encapsulated

with no gaps or compression.

WINDOWS

All Fielding Homes include Low-E3 Windows, two steps above the industry

standard of Low-E windows. Low-E (or low emissivity) windows contain

an invisible metal coating that reflects the sun’s rays, resulting in reduced

solar heat transfer into the home. Low-E3 windows provide three total

layers of this reflective coating for superior energy efficiency.

*Based on the Energy Conservation Building Code, communities in the Raleigh area are in

climate zone 4, which requires R-15 and R-38 insulation for walls and ceilings respectively.

Charlotte-area communities are in climate zone 3, which requires R-13 insulation for walls

and R-30 insulation for ceilings.

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LIGHTING

With plenty of natural light coming from windows and optional solar

tubes, Fielding Homes help reduce the need for artificial lighting. Most

light fixtures in our homes feature CFLs (compact fluorescent bulbs), while

hallway lights and many additional fixtures are powered by LED bulbs.

These bulbs use less energy and last longer than traditional incandescent

light bulbs.

APPLIANCES

When it comes to reducing your energy use, even the smallest details

can have a big impact. All appliances in our homes are ENERGY STAR®

certified appliances, including the standard 50-gallon electric water

heater. ENERGY STAR certified appliances help consumers save money on

operating costs by reducing energy use without sacrificing performance.

Additional personalization options:

• Upgrade from 14 SEER to 15 SEER air conditioning unit for added

efficiency. Our 15 SEER system is 95 percent efficient and includes an

energy-saver blower motor and Power Saver technology.

• Upgrade from 14 SEER to 19 SEER air conditioning unit for maximum

efficiency. Our 19 SEER system includes a variable speed blower that

uses 2/3 less electricity than a standard motor, lowering bills while

providing exceptional comfort. The 19 SEER is also solar ready and

iComfort and Wi-Fi enabled, allowing it to connect to compatible

thermostats for the ultimate in temperature control.

• Insulation: Go from R13 to R15 for exterior walls and from R30 to R38 for

attics to increase energy efficiency and temperature control.

• Lighting: Opt for dimmer switches and outdoor floodlights with motion

sensors to eliminate wasted energy.

• Appliances: Switch to a tankless water heater which offers exceptional

energy savings, only heating water when you need it.

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With much of the world’s population living in water-stressed regions,

water is a precious natural resource, and we all must do our part to

conserve it. That’s why we offer the following features to ensure every

Fielding Home uses water wisely.

LANDSCAPING AND OPTIONAL IRRIGATION

Our homes are landscaped with native Bermuda grass, for a beautiful

lawn that requires minimal work and less water. An optional sub metered

irrigation system lets you monitor your water usage and understand how

much is being used.

LOW-FLOW FIXTURES

All faucets, showerheads and toilets are low-flow, which means they use

less water than typical code fixtures without sacrificing performance.

Faucets and showerheads are also WaterSense approved, meaning they

provide maximum water efficiency.

Additional personalization options:

• Irrigation system with rain sensors so the system doesn’t turn on when

it’s raining, wasting water.

• Irrigation system with smart controls that factor in types of plants,

humidity and forecasted weather to use water only when absolutely

necessary.

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Everyone has different priorities when it comes to home automation, so

Fielding Homes partners with industry leading technology providers to

offer you the best options for your lifestyle. During your Design Studio

appointment, a technology representative will help you determine

the level of security and home automation that’s right for you. During

construction, Fielding Homes will coordinate and install all of the features

you’ve selected so they’re ready when you move in.

HOME SECURITY

Our technology partner can ensure peace of mind with a wide variety

of state-of-the-art security and monitoring options. From a fast alarm

response time to automated door locks and video monitoring, the system

will keep your family safe and protected at all times.

HOME AUTOMATION

Whether you’re at the office or on the beach, interactive systems mean

you never have to worry while you’re away. Turn on your lights, lock your

doors, set your alarm and even change your thermostat all from your

smartphone or computer.

ENTERTAINMENT

Options include indoor and outdoor home audio, home theater (surround

sound) and whole home audio. Whole home audio systems guarantee an

unparalleled listening experience, with wired and wireless audio, making it

easy to enjoy quality sound straight from your preferred device, anywhere

in the home.

Information contained within this document is accurate at the time of publication and is subject to change without notice.

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