Jayman BUILT has long spearheaded innovation in the Alberta homebuilding market and now they are taking the industry a quantum leap into the future as they introduce a new line of Net Zero homes.

Its new Quantum Performance Ultra Efficient Homes combine cutting-edge energy-saving technology, smart home automation and affordability to give every single-family homebuyer the opportunity to live in a home equipped for the future.

“Today, Jayman’s homes are already 20 per cent more energy efficient than code requires. These Quantum Performance homes bring that up to 80 percent better than code,” Jayman President and COO Dave Desormeaux tells Calgary New Home + Condo Guide. “These homes will save customers approximately $2,300 a year in energy bills compared to the average Alberta home.”

Net Zero homes produce as much energy as they consume annually, and Jayman’s Quantum Performance homes have a minimal environmental footprint that prevents eight tonnes of greenhouse gases emissions per year. By generating its own power, a Quantum Performance home uses much less power from the electrical grid that is typically generated by burning natural gas or other fuels that emit greenhouse gases.

Desormeaux adds that this new line of homes already surpasses the 2030 building codes. ““We’ve basically reached the 2050 targets that the federal government has outlined for Canada – this home is equipped for the future and will have a better resale value.”

An example of the promise this new Quantum Performance home brings can be seen in Jayman BUILT’s latest showhome, the Madeline 24 in Seton. This Net Zero 2,284-square-foot, three-bedroom, two-and-a-half bath, double car attached garage front drive home comes equipped with what already comes standard with any Jayman home – including complete home automation and rooftop solar panels.
“The intent was to show how any of our homes can be a Net Zero home,” Desormeaux says.

But this Madeline has all the bells and whistles of Quantum Performance Ultra-E home. “There is no internal combustion in this home, everything is 100 per cent electric,” Desormeaux says.

Everything is automated, from wireless light switches, temperature and humidity controls, and voice-activated showers. Alexa powers all the smart applications through the home and is already a standard feature in Jayman BUILT homes since last year. It is also equipped for the future with 200-amp electrical wiring needed for charging electric vehicles.

Jayman also utilizes sustainable materials throughout most of the showhome, flooring, tiles and even the drapery are made of recycled materials. “We also do our best to source everything locally,” Desormeaux adds.

The Quantum Performance home’s secret is its next generation envelope that virtually seals in the temperatures of the home – which keeps it cool in the summer and warm in the winter.

“The challenge was how to make a Net Zero home affordable, and Jayman has found a way to do this through our constant research and development process, and our buying power and relations with trades.” The Quantum series of homes will cost around $50,000 to $60,000 more than a similar home and lot. “This added cost is offset by the $2,300 annual energy savings achieved – and that is just based on current energy costs and those rates are expected to increase significantly in the next few years.”

To find out more, visit the Madeline showhome at 206 Seton Heath, SE, or go to jayman.com.