Why we’re putting our energy into energy rated homes.

“ Only buildings that achieve a 6 Star rating using NatHERS accredited software can claim to be ‘6 Star’. If a building has achieved compliance using any other method... then it cannot claim that it is a ‘6 Star’ building.” – Building Commission, Government of Western Australia

September 2012

The 6 Star energy rating was introduced by the Government in May 2011 to encourage home builders like Commodore Homes to design energy effi cient homes for our future.

For you, this also means real savings off your energy bills.

That’s because a 6 Star NatHERS accredited home not only takes into consideration your lot orientation but will also incorporate any materials necessary to achieve a minimum 6 Star rating.

Here’s another 6 good reasons why you should demand a NatHERS 6 Star home

When can a new home be labelled6 Stars?

Higher level of energy effi ciency

6 Star energy rating as standard

Less impact on the environment by reducing your carbon footprint

Better resale value in the future

Reduces artifi cial cooling/heating

Uses around 24%* less energy on heating and cooling compared to a 4 or 5 Star home

Don’t just ask for 6 Stars, demand it!The Building Code of Australia (BCA) has outlined a comprehensive strategy to encourage new homes to be built to a NatHERS 6 Star energy effi ciency rating.

Commodore Homes has taken the lead in Western Australia and is committed to designing and building new homes that guarantee to meet the NatHERS 6 Star energy rating.

That’s because at Commodore Homes, we believe in future-proofi ng your investment – giving you a home that’s effi ciently designed, sustainably built, and the very best you can get for your family’s future.

Australia’s offi cial 6 Star energy rating for new homes.

CAUTION

In regards to approval methods other than a NatHERS 6 Star rating, the Building Commission stated in 2013 that, “There are other ways of gaining compliance and approval for energy effi ciency [such as via VURB] and although these aim to be equivalent to 6 Star, this is not always the case. Therefore it is possible for your house to meet the BCA requirements but not be rated 6 Star” – Building Commission, 2013.

CAUTION

Further, the CSIRO in July 2017 issued a caution against using VURB where NatHERS software is used as the reference guide. In these circumstances, the CSIRO said that it “…may lead to poor comfort and energy performance in the fi nished dwelling.” – CSIRO, 2017.

VURB ENERGY RATING

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There’s no excuse not to have a 6 Star home.When choosing your new home, don’t let any builder talk you out of a NatHERS 6 Star rated home! An accredited NatHERS 6 Star rated Commodore Home is competitively priced. In fact, you’ll be surprised at just how aff ordable our homes are compared to homes that are built to a non-6 Star VURB-rated effi ciency. So, you get to enjoy all the benefi ts and comfort of a 6 Star home at a price you can aff ord.

Commodore Homes considers every aspect of the NatHERS rating system.

Doors and Windows. All have a natural affinity with our great outdoors.

Energy effi cient window design

Provides the design and all materials necessary to achieve at least a 6 Star rating

Provides the design but may not provide all materials necessary to achieve a 6 Star rating

Lot orientationProvides the design and all materials necessary to achieve at least a 6 Star rating

Provides the design but may not provide all materials necessary to achieve a 6 Star rating

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There’s no excuse not to have a 6 Star home.Something to think aboutSome homebuilders may claim their homes are energy effi cient. This alone does not mean they are accredited with NatHERS 6 Star energy rating!

With Commodore Homes, the NatHERS 6 Star energy rating is the diff erence in how we design our homes and the materials we use to build them.

Performance you can trust Bradford Gold insulation is manufactured under ISO 9002 Quality Systems and complies with AS4859.1 ‘Materials for the Thermal Insulation of Buildings’.*

Established in 1934, Bradford is Australia’s most experienced domestic insulation company. This experience, combined with our world class manufacturing technology, is your guarantee of quality and performance, all backed by CSR, Australia’s leading building materials company.

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Odyssey®, a smart, energy efficient cooling system for a fresher, more comfortable home

With a smart Odyssey air exchange system you can say goodbye to hot, uncomfortable summer nights and damp, musty winter air.

Just set it and forget it. Odyssey is the innovative and energy efficient way to create a gentle flow of fresh air throughout your home.

Designed and manufactured in Australia, Odyssey uses award-winning wind and motor power hybrid technology that’s built to handle the Australian climate.

All you have to do is set your preferred temperature on the easy-to-use touch screen control. Odyssey’s sensors will constantly monitor the temperature and humidity inside and outside your home and switch Odyssey on and off to take advantage of natural ventilation and provide comfort at minimal cost.

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* Bradford Gold insulation is independently certified to comply with AS/NZS 4859-1 by Global-Mark

InsulatIon GuIDE

Issue 4 Nov 2016

A4/6 DB AW2157

Double Brick Cavity Walls

Insulat ion

● Helps achieve a 6-star house energy rating

● Rigid Kingspan Kooltherm® and flexible Kingspan AIR-CELL® solutions available

● Wall cavities remain unfilled and accessible for services

● Fibre-free, non-allergenic, non-irritant solutions available

● Quick and easy to install

● Strong, tough, durable

● Rodent and insect resistant

● Compliant with AS/NZS 4859.1

● CodeMark-certified for BCA compliance

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BEFORE YOU BUILD!

Demand that your builder provides a NatHERS 6 Star energy effi cient home.

Minimum R4.0 ceiling battsIncluded in all Commodore Homes

May not be included in all VURB homes

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Double brick cavity insulationProvides the design and all materials necessary to achieve at least a 6 Star rating

Provides the design but may not provide all materials necessary to achieve a 6 Star rating

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When it comes to a 6 Star home, there’s no comparison!Commodore Homes is committed to 6 Starenergy effi cient homes.What does this mean for you?

Well, when you choose a Commodore Home, you’re choosing to put your family’s future fi rst with a home that’s built to make the most of your location. The fl ow on benefi ts of this mean you are projected to use around 24%* less energy to heat and cool throughout the year! And that translates to real savings off your energy bills.

Nothing compares when it comes to building an energy effi cient home with Commodore Homes.

*As projected by the Sustainable Energy Association of Australia in their publication ‘Your 6-Star Guide to building an energy effi cient home’ (2011), in comparison to a 4 or 5 star home. This publication is presently referred to by the Building Commission (WA) and Department of Mines, Industry Regulation and Safety (WA). Also see http://www.vba.vic.gov.au. Images for illustrative purposes only. Builder’s Registration No. 9769.