Woodland Crafted Homes Achieves Step Five Energy Efficiency Under B.C. Energy Step Code

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Woodland Crafted Homes, a Kelowna-based building company, has achieved the province's highest standard for energy efficiency with the approval of their step five energy-efficient modular built homes. Project manager Jamie Fielder explained that this milestone requires a comprehensive list of targets to be met, including air exchange per hour rate, home insulation, windows and doors, and mechanical efficiency. The construction process includes regular quality checks on both labor and materials, which, although increasing costs upfront, ultimately benefits homeowners through long-term energy savings.

Key Takeaways:

  • Woodland Crafted Homes has achieved the highest energy efficiency standard under the B.C. Energy Step Code with their step five modular built homes.
  • Project manager Jamie Fielder stated that to achieve step five, homes must meet strict targets for air exchange per hour rate (under 1), home insulation, windows and doors, and mechanical efficiency.
  • Regular quality checks are conducted throughout the construction process to ensure adherence to these standards.
  • The cost of energy-efficient homes increases upfront but results in long-term energy savings, with all step five homes being net zero ready.
  • Deer Meadow Estates, where these homes are available, is approximately 90% sold out and expected to feature around 350 new modular homes upon completion.
  • The next project for Woodland Crafted Homes is in Vernon, with The Views Okanagan selling phase one of the development.
  • Prices for the modular houses start at $238,000, with options for up to three bedrooms and a small yard space.

Statistics:

  • 90% of Deer Meadow Estates is sold out, with plans for approximately 350 new modular homes.
  • Woodland Crafted Homes has achieved the highest energy efficiency standard under the B.C. Energy Step Code with their step five modular built homes.
  • Prices for the modular houses start at $238,000.
  • It takes approximately 90 days to complete the construction process from cutting the first piece of wood to handing over keys to the homeowner.
  • The cost of energy-efficient homes increases upfront but results in long-term energy savings.

Sources:

  • Kelowna Capital News (2025)