Think About It
Before you make the big decision of owning a brand new home, become an informed consumer. What is 'Green Building' anyway? Over the last couple of years there has been a ton of information distributed on the concepts of 'Green Building'. Trust me, it's more than recycled carpet and it's not only changing light bulbs. It's about our moral and ethical responsibility and basically....living SMART using the science we have available today.

Wouldn't it feel great to know that you are living in an energy efficient home that provides you and your family with cost savings as you own? What about the absolute peace of mind that you are making an effort to conserve energy and reduce green house gas emissions? Wait! What about the resale value of your home? The 'Green' trend is here. Our economy is demanding it. Don't you think that if you decide to sell your new home in the future, the fact that it is certified energy efficient will inevitably increase the resale value of your home? You just keep saving and saving and saving!

From Concepts to Guidelines
In 2005, the Florida Green Building Coalition stamped concrete guidelines on those concepts of green building in Florida. By adhering to these guidelines and building codes new homes are constructed to meet the Green Certification Standards. Green building is truly science in homebuilding. There are many programs that are now contributing to the features built into energy efficient homes. Programs like FP & L's BuildSmart program, Energy Star Rated products, Florida Water Star Management, and more.

Everything's green. That's just not true. Green and sustainability is really about Energy and controlling that energy. Green building in association to new homes is the science of building that increases efficiency through the conservation of energy, water, and materials all while reducing the environmental impact on you and your family's health. Don't be confused with natural building. Natural building is on a much smaller scale and focuses on the use of natural materials that are available in the local area. Common terms used in association with Green Building are sustainable design and green architecture.

Industry Leadership
You've probably seen a lot in the news about 'Green Building'. What is it exactly? How is it really different? ICI Homes is setting trends in Florida and maintaining leadership in homebuilding with their innovative green building practices. ICI Homes has spent more than 4 years researching energy efficient and high performance new home design. At ICI Homes they call it EFACTOR^SM.

By adhering to the strict requirements of four of the most renowned programs for advanced technologies in living: Environments for Living® , Energy Star®, BuildSmart®, and the Florida Green Building Coalition® ICI Homes is able to provide you and your family with comprehensive new home features that are economically smart, environmentally sound, and scientifically superior.

ICI EFACTOR homes deliver notable energy savings, a healthier interior and exterior environment, and the knowledge that you are doing your part to protect and reinforce natural ecologies. Not only are you building a home of value and beautiful design...your home comes with two 3-Year Guarantees.

What is EFACTOR exactly?
EFACTOR offers the following features:

• Low E2 Windows
• 14 SEER Air Conditioning
• Variable Speed Air Handler
• Air Handler in Conditioned Space
• Duct work in Conditioned Attic Space
• Conditioned Attic Construction
• Fresh Air Ventilation
• Foam Insulated Roof and Walls
• Energy Star Rated Thermostats
• Energy Star Rated Lighting
• Energy Star Rated Appliances
• Carbon Monoxide Alarms
• Peace of Mind
• 3 Year Heating and Cooling Guarantee
• 3 Year Comfort Guarantee
  Print a comparative checklist to take with you as you shop for new homes.

  How much money can I save with an EFACTOR home?
  ICI Homes not only offers you a beautiful home in great locations throughout Florida, we guarantee your heating and cooling costs for 3 years. Do you know the size of home you are looking to own? Want to see the energy savings in comparison to standard non-EFACTOR homes? Check out the EFACTOR Calculator. Print your results and take them with you.

  ICI Homes has EFACTOR models available for you to preview their energy efficient features in person. Visit them at any of these exciting locations:

  Waters Edge
  (386) 756-9005
  Port Orange, Florida
  Just 1 hour from Orlando east on I-4. Take Daytona Beach Exit onto SR 400 east. Turn right on Williamson Blvd. heading south. Veer right at the fork onto Airport Road. You will drive past 2 Waters Edge entrances. Turn left on Pioneer Trail. Turn left into Waters Edge and follow the signs to ICI EFACTOR Homes.

  Chelsea Place
  (386) 672-0509
  Ormond Beach, Florida
  Just 1 hour and 15 minutes from Orlando east on I-4. Take I-95 north. Take Exit 268 and turn right on Granada Blvd. Chelsea Place is approximately 2 mile on your right.

  Plantation Bay
  (386) 437-4164
  Ormond Beach, Florida
  Golf and preview EFACTOR Homes. Plantation Bay offers 3 golf courses, spa and fitness center, two clubhouses, and much more. Head east on I-4. Take I-95 north. Take Exit 278 and turn left on Old Dixie Highway. Plantation Bay is on your left.

  Become an informed consumer. Please inquire about EFACTOR Seminars. Call ICI Homes today at (877) 498-5604 or visit their EFACTOR Website at myEFACTOR.com.