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youwouldlikeaqualityhouseatthebestpossibleprice? ask your builder the appropriate questionsand compare the different options that aresuggestedtoyou.evaluatealloffersbeforesigningasalesorbuildingcontractwithyourcontractor.theseare the steps all informed consumers should takewhenconsideringthepurchaseofanewhousethatiscomfortable,healthyandenergy-efficient.

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InsulatIon

yourhousemustbecontinuouslyinsulatedfrombasementtoattic.thiseliminatescoldfloors,condensationandtheformationofmould,andlowersyourheatingcosts.

Novoclimat Proposal 1

Proposal 2

thebasement�floorisinsulatedwithinsulation(minimumrsI0.88(r-5))thatcoversthefoundationfooting.

thefoundationisinsulatedfromtoptobottom(minimumrsI2.99(r-17)).

theoutside�wallsarewellinsulated(minimumrsI4.31(r-24.5)).

thehouse�structureisprotectedagainstthecold(minimumrsI0.7(r-4).

• Basementwalls

• above-groundwalls

• floors

theroofisinsulated(minimumrsI7.22(r-41))andwellventilated.

number�of�items�checked / / /

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RSI 1,

WallsRSI 4.31(R-24.5)(including

insulation over thermal bridges)

FoundationsRSI 2.99

(R-17)

Under the slabRSI 1.32 (apartment building)

(R-7.5)or

RSI 0.88 (single-family house)

(R-5)

Ceiling with superiorinsulation

Basement wall framing protected against the cold

Outside wall framing protected against the cold

Floor framing better protected against the cold

Foundation wallinsulated along its entireheight with a superior levelof insulation

Insulation covering the footing

Basement floor entirelyinsulated

Reduces heat loss through the walls and roofReduces the risk of hidden condensation in the walls and roof spaceReduces the risk of condensation andmould at the base of the wallsPrevents the basement floor slabfrom getting cold due to contact withthe footingKeeps the floor near the foundation wall and exterior walls warmerEliminates the feeling of cold anddampness in the basement

Advantages

Continuous insulationprovides betterprotection for thehouse and greatercomfort to the occupants

Roof spaceRSI 7.22

(R-41)

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aIrtIghtness,waterproofIngandmoIstureproofIng

theconcreteslabinthebasementmustbebuilttopreventwaterseepage,thusreducingtheriskofexcessivemoisture.thewallsandceilingsmustbesealedtopreventdrafts,whichincreaseheatingbills.adequatewaterproofingandairtightnesshelpavoidtheinconvenienceofcondensationandmould.

Novoclimat Proposal 1

Proposal 2

thebasement�slabisprotectedbyanairtightvapourbarrier.

theexterior�walls�and�the�ceilingsarebuiltinaccordancewithanairtightnesstechniquethatisrecognizedinthebuildingindustry.

thehouse’sairtightnessisverifiedbyanindependentexpertusingablower�door�test.

thehouse’sairtightnessfactorisamaximumof2.5�air�changesperhour.

number�of�items�checked / / /

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aIrqualItyandventIlatIon

toimproveairqualityandavoidhealthandmoistureproblems,makesurethatthereiscontrolledventilationandfreshairintakeinthemainrooms.thetypeofequipmentselectedandthequalificationsoftheprofessionalsdoingtheinstallationarealsoimportantfactorstoconsiderer.

Novoclimat Proposal 1

Proposal 2

theventilation�systemcomplieswiththerequirementsofthe1995nationalBuildingcode.Itincludesfreshairventinginthemainrooms.

theventilationsystemisinstalledbyacertifiedventilation�expert,whohasreceivedspecifictrainingwithrespecttonovoclimatandtherequirementsofthe1995nationalBuildingcode.

theventilationsystemisequippedwithaheat�recovery�ventilator(hrv)certifiedbythehomeventilatingInstitute(hvI).Itsheatrecoveryefficiencyisequaltoorhigherthan60%atanoutdoortemperatureof–25°c.

theventilationsystem’sductsystemismadeofrigid,airtightductsthatcanbecleanedasrequired

whentheventilationsystemisinstalled,theair�out-takesaremeasuredandgaugedwithappropriateinstruments.

Ifthehousehasanattachedgarageoracombustion�appliance,acarbondioxidedetectormustbeinstalled.

number�of�items�checked / / /

Ensures good air quality for occupants and adequate air distribution throughoutthe house

Circulation of fresh air in allbedrooms and the living room

Certified unit with superiorperformanceEnergy saving heatrecovery core

Central ventilation systemwith heat recovery ventilator

Provides more effective moisture andodour controlReplaces noisy, high energy-consumingautonomous fans

Excess moisture evacuated viathe bathrooms

Outdoor fresh air intake located far from any contaminants

Prevents unpleasant drafts and ensures greater comfort in all roomsGuarantees proper operation of the unitEnsures maximum heat recovery

Complete balancing of all air flows

Allows for the selection ofoperating mode based onspecific needsAllows for the addition of afilter using the “recirculation”moderequired by the Novoclimat Program

Multifunction ventilation control

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doorsandwIndows

selectinsulatedsteeldoorsthatofferbetterresistancetodeformationwhichcanreducedoorairtightness.high-performancewindowsthatareinstalledwithcarecanloweryourheatingcosts,increasecomfortlevelsandconsiderablyreducecondensationandtheformationofmould.

Novoclimat Proposal 1

Proposal 2

exterior�doorsaremadeofsteel,insulatedwithpolyurethaneandcomplywithstandardcan/cgsB-82.5-m88.

high-performancewindows:

• glasssealedwithargon

• lowemissionsealant

• Insulatingspacers

• a2airtightness(standarda440)

number�of�items�checked / / /

Low expansionfoamed polyurethane insulation

Inert gas between the panes increases the thermal resistanceof the window

Sealed double glazing with argon

Prevents excessive cold around window edges and at the junctionof window framesSignificantly reduces condensation at the bottom of the window

Insulating glass spacer

Windows laboratory tested to A440 to garantee a good sealagainst cold air infiltrations

Improved air tightness

Installation in the warm part of the wall which reduces therisk of condensationSuperior air/vapour tightnessand insulation around thewindow frame with low expansion polyurethane

Stricter installation requirements

Significantly reduces heat loss and eliminates the sensation of cold near windowsSignificantly reduces condensation and helps maintain winter humidity levels at a comfortableand healthy levelLengthens the service life of windows, reduces maintenance and delays replacement

Interior surface of windowmuch warmer in winter

Transparent film that:

Also reflects part of the sun’s raysthus reducing the risk ofoverheating in summer

Low-e coating

Reflects heat back inside

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heatIngofwaterandspaces

thequalityof theheatingsystems isevaluatedbytheuseofeffectiveappliancesthatdonotuseenergyunnecessarilyandthatkeeptemperaturesconstant.

Novoclimat Proposal 1

Proposal 2

electricheatingappliancesareequippedwithelectronic�thermostatsandthecentralheatingsystemisequippedwithaprogrammable�thermostat.

Ifthehomehasawood-burningappliance,itmustuseadvancedcombustion;ifitcontainsawoodstove,itmustbecertifiedbytheepaorbycsaB415.1-m-92.

Ifthehousehasagas�or�oilfurnace,combustionisinasealedcircuitwithdirectoutdooremissions

Ifthehousehasacombustionheatingsystem,ananalysisofbackdraftsintothehouse(suchaswhenusingapowerfulkitchenrangehood)mustbeconducted.

number�of�items�checked / / /

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qualItycontrol

a reliable professional who is specially mandated will inspect your home to identify the corrective measures to carry out before theconstructioniscomplete.whatismore,bychoosingabuilderwhoisrecognizedintheconstructionof“energyefficienthomes”,youwillbesuretohaveaqualityhomethatprovidescomfortandenergysavings.

Novoclimat Proposal 1

Proposal 2

thebuilderhasalicensethatisrecognizedbytherégiedubâtimentandisregisteredwithawarranty�programfornewhouses.

thebuilderistrainedandcertifiedtobuildnovoclimathouses.

theenergyefficiencyofthehouseisinspectedbyanindependentprofessionalwhoismandatedbytheministèredesressourcesnaturellesetdelafaune.

thehome’scompliancetonovoclimatrequirementsisofficially�certifiedbytheministèredesressourcesnaturellesetdelafaune.

number�of�items�checked / / /

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Novoclimat Proposal 1

Proposal 2

totalnumberofelementschecked / / /

savingsonheatingcosts* 25%* n/a n/a

novoclimatinspectionandcertification Free n/a n/a

*dependingonweatherconditionsandyourconsumptionhabits.

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theelementsofthislistarecompulsorytechnicalfeaturesofthenovoclimathouse.novoclimathomesareinspectedfortheirenergyefficiencyandcertifiedbytheministèredesressourcesnaturellesetdelafaune.

someoftheserecommendationsareinadditiontotheprovisionsoflocalbuildingcodes,ofquebecbuildingstandardsaswellasthoseofthenationalBuildingcodeineffect.

as� regards� novoclimat� pre-fabricated� houses,� performance� certification� only� covers� the� products� that� leave� the� plant,� if� the�foundations�and�their�insulation�as�well�as�other�components�are�under�the�responsibility�of�the�buyer.�For�the�house�to�receive�complete�certification,�all�work�pertaining�to�novoclimat�requirements�must�be�carried�out�by�a�novoclimat-certified�contractor.

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