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Rocky Mountain Power offers a new opportunity for Utah homeowners to gain comfort and savings by purchasing an ENERGY STAR qualified new home. These homes are at least 30 percent more energy efficient than homes built to the 1993 Model Energy code and are certified to meet strict energy-efficiency guidelines set by the EPA.

Through a combination of reliable technologies and building practices, ENERGY STAR New Homes can offer homeowners financial and energy savings, increased comfort and improved indoor air quality.

ENERGY STAR qualified new homes achieve their energy savings and increased level of comfort through the following features:

* Improved insulation helps maintain a constant temperature throughout the house
* High-performance windows can reduce the amount of heat that is gained and lost through windows
* Energy-efficient heating and cooling equipment can significantly reduce the amount of energy used to heat and cool a home
* Tight duct systems help to prevent heated and cooled air from escaping through leaky or poorly insulated ducts
* Controlled air infiltration can reduce drafts, outside noise and moisture

Energy-efficient homes can earn a higher resale price than standard homes and can cost less to operate due to lower monthly energy bills. These energy savings can more than offset any increase in mortgage payments needed for the improved energy features.

With Rocky Mountain Power's ENERGY STAR New Homes, comfort and savings are in the details. So, do the bright thing - look for the ENERGY STAR label when buying your next home.