At Lee Wetherington Homes, we believe green is more than a color and a catch phrase. The Green Experience is our vow to preserve and protect our environment for the future and it is a commitment we take great pride in.

We are Sarasota's leader in environmentally aware building practices. Lee Wetherington Homes was the first builder to have employed Florida Green Building Coalition (FGBC) Green Building Standards for every home contracted after March 1, 2005. In November 2007, we became the first (and only) home builder in Sarasota and Manatee Counties to become a 100% partner with ENERGY STAR® which means that 100% of our homes earn the ENERGY STAR® 100% of the time.

Some Features of Green Build/ENERGY STAR® include:

Third Party Certification
14 SEER HVAC System
Digital Programmable Thermostat(s)
Duct Tightness (Third Party Tested)
R4 Exterior Block Insulation
R19 Exterior Frame Wall Insulation (2nd Story)
Thermal Bypass Inspection (Third Party Tested)
Impact Tinted Windows on the Front Elevation and Insulated Tinted on Side and Rear Elevation
R30 Ceiling Insulation
Tankless Water Heater
Recycled Content Drywall
Compact Flourescent Lighting
ENERGY STAR® Appliances
Low VOC Paints and Sealants
Low Flow Plumbing Fixtures
Drought Resistant Turf
Eco-friendly Mulch

The embrace of FGBC and ENERGY STAR® specifications was a logical progression for us since we have consistently exceeded hurricane safety standards and incorporated FPL BuildSmart features as well as Florida Yards and Neighborhoods landscaping practices into our homes for years. Lee Wetherington himself helped to develop countywide legislation for water wise practices throughout Sarasota.

The benefits of building Green are enormous. When you choose a FGBC Green Certified, ENERGY STAR® qualified home, you reduce the burden on our environment, save up to 20% on energy bills, enhance your indoor air quality, and add value to your home.

For additional information on our Green Experience, please explore our downloads and visit the links to your right.