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Empowered Homes, LLC - Gil & Laura Richardson

Site Address 51 Park Street, Woodsville, NH 03785
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Region White Mountains
Architect Existing Home
Builder Empowered Homes, LLC and Legacy Timberframes
Year Built 1900
Window brand Marvin Integrity
Building Style New Englander
General InformationThe 108-year-old formerly distressed property was completely renovated with an eye to turn-key low-energy use, low-maintenance requirements, durability, non-toxicity, and excellent indoor air quality, while embracing the charm of past centuries. Priority attention was given to insulation and building envelope, as well as new windows, steel roof, electrical, plumbing, and Buderus 95%-efficient condensing boiler. The original restored tin ceiling in the dining room accentuates the American Clay walls, original wood floors complement the Marmoleum flooring in the kitchen and bathrooms. Formaldehyde-free cabinets in the kitchen and bathrooms and EnergyStar appliances, dual-flush toilets, and water conserving faucets make for a low-impact home. Second-floor laundry hook-up. Large detached garage. Sunny corner lot. This house is for sale.
System ComponentsBuderus GB142 Condensing Boiler, 95% efficient; 1kW UniSolar photovoltaics adhered to new standing-seam metal roof; Woodsville's first net-metered grid-tied PV system; SunnyBoy inverter; RenewAir Energy Recovery Ventilator;
Special ConsiderationsPlease prepare to remove your shoes to protect the flooring, although you will want shoes for the basement We are willing to do additional private showings of this house for potential buyers, please call to set up an appointment.
Directions to PropertyThis Woodsville, NH home is on the corner of Park and Montebello Streets. Route 10 to Central Street in Woodsville, take a left onto either Park or Montebello Streets and travel one block until you see the other street.