Regional materials, such as mesquite, native cedar, pecan wood, local brick, limestone and granite, are used. Services of local artists and artisans are used for items such as cabinetry, wall murals, and decorative metal work. Efficient Heating and Cooling A good heating and cooling system gives you comfort, health, and safety for an affordable price. Effective Cooling Equipment Ceiling fans in all major rooms. Home has a whole-house fan to exhaust heat.
Home has a programmable thermostat.
An air conditioner with a cooling efficiency is 12.0 SEER or higher. Cooling system is the right size for the house. If the house is new or equipment is being replaced, ask the contractor for this analysis. Oversized equipment does not run long enough to operate efficiently or dehumidify enough for comfort in our climate. As a rule, if there are fewer than 600 square feet of living space per ton of cooling, the unit is too big or the house is not designed for this climate.