Page Fourteen THE MICHIGAN DAILY Wednesday, June 1, 1977 Nancy Dickerson, prominent national correspondent, reports for Detroit Edison: "See how homes winning Detroit Edison EEE Awards are built to save on energy costs from top to bottom.' Detroit Edison is a concerned participant in America's crusac conservation. The wise use of energy is a national goal, but i requires a working relationshi between those who supply ent and those who use it. To demonstrate publicly the desir take a leadership role in this crusade, Detroit Edison has established the Energy Efficiency Excellence (EEE) Award to encourage the building of more energy- efficient homes. EEE Award homes are designed with conservation in mind. Detroit Edison presents the Er Efficiency Excellence (EEE) AN to builders whose homes mee maximum standards in insula lighting, wiring, appliances an are comfort-conditioned with energy-efficient electric heat p From attic to basement, EEl Award homes are designed to your heat inside during winter and your utility costs down. T same features also make EEE A homes easier to cool in summ The heat pump that keeps EE Award homes comfortable all round is an efficient way to he cool, filter and dehumidify electrically. At today's energy an EEE Award home could sav more than $260 a year, compa to homes using oil, propane o electric resistance heating. If you're planning on buyin building a new home, take a 1 at the Detroit Edison EEE Aw homes. These homes will help conserve energy and keep you operating costs at rock bottom Detroit Edison EEE Award If~you're interested in finding de for homes must meet or surass out more about energy-efficient the following standards: living, call these builders. E They'llbehappy to give you ey more details about the re to benefits you enjoy in EEE s5Rrp Award homes. F E * Briarwood Builders, Inc., I DBClarkston. Call 625-9229. C * Michael J. Endres Custom Builder, Marine City. Call 765-5425. In Marysville, call 364-5353. H A 0 Larry Lada Builder, Lexington. Call 359-7022. * Marquis Homes, Hartland. Call 632-7118. . Olendorf Builders, Inc., Utica. Call 254-1522 or 731-3160. nergy ward t tion, id an ump. E keep r hese .ward er. E year .at, costs, ve you ared r - g or ook ard you jr I. A. Energy-efficient heat-pump heating and cooling system which conforms to design and installation standards established by the electric utility industry. B. Maximum insulation including R-17 material in exterior walls, R-44 in attic, and fully insulated basement walls with an R-13 value. C. Windows with wood sash and insulating glass or single glass with full storm. Or aluminum sash with thermal break and insulating glass or single glass with full storm. D. Exterior doors with foam core and magnetic seal. E. Refrigerator and freezer must be energy-efficient if provided by builder. F. Water heater is energy-saving type, located as close as practical to pointr of use. Hot water lines wrapped in insulation are recommended. G. Interior lighting that conforms to the Illuminating Engineering Society standards for energy efficiency in residential lighting. H. Exterior security lighting, if provided, has automatic dusk-to-dawn control. 1. If home has a fireplace, it must have a tight-fitting damper and glass screen, and if practical, an outside fresh-air supply. J. Materials, equipment, design and construction of all electric devices and wiring must comply with all local and national codes. * Rider Custom Homes, Millington. Call 517-871-4588 or 631-6620. " R. J. Smith Custom Homes, Marine City. Call 765-8651. Yes, you can make your present home more energy efficient. Detroit Edison's Home Insulation Finance Plan is designed to help you bring your present home up to today's energy-saving standards. Ask ,about it at your Detroit Edison Customer Office. Here are other things you can do to help conserve energy and also save money: Put up storm windows and doors; Check weatherstripping and caulking; Dial down in winter and dial up in summer; Lower furnace fansettings; Keep electric appliances in good repair. That way, we'll all be using energy more wisely. Pick up a free copy of "Planning a New Home?" at any Detroit - Conserve for all it's worth. The power is in your hands. Edison4