R-2000 State-of-the-Art Technology

Home building technology is continually changing and improving through research and development. R-2000 homes include the latest proven systems, products and materials available, giving R-2000 home buyers a state-of-the-art home today and lasting value for years.

An evolving standard

Government and industry manage R-2000 technology through consultations. They involve researchers, home builders, product manufacturers and other housing experts.

These partners meet regularly to review new housing research and determine if the R-2000 Standard should be upgraded to reflect new developments. Whenever changes are made to the standard, R-2000 home builders receive additional training and technical information to help them incorporate these new improvements in the houses they build.

State-of-the-art results

The R-2000 Standard is very comprehensive. The various technical advances that R-2000 home builders offer buyers today include:

Advanced ventilation systems that automatically adjust to changes in the indoor environment. If cooking or bathing creates too much humidity, the ventilation system automatically switches from low to high speed until the humidity falls to a pre-set level.

Windows that gain more solar heat during winter days than they lose at night.

Integrated heating systems that provide space and hot-water heating with a single high-efficiency appliance.

Engineered floor systems that use advanced wood composites, rather than large dimensional lumber. This not only provides a stronger, squeak-free floor, it also helps preserve our forests.

Advanced wall systems, including some based on pre-manufactured insulated panels, others combining rigid insulation, concrete and steel. Each system offers specific advantages. All offer high levels of energy efficiency.