JG King Homes Sustainability Actions

Homes built with recycled and recyclable materials

Our steel frame homes are made from 100% recyclable BlueScope steel, surpassing best environmental practices.

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Minimal toxicity, water use and greenhouse emissions

Some timber frames are treated against pests and hazards with toxic chemicals--steel needs none of that.

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Accredited HIA GreenSmart Professional

JG King Homes is an accredited HIA GreenSmart Professional. We provide recognised environmental building skills for more sustainable residential design and construction. The HIA GreenSmart program aims to encourage a mainstream application of the benefits of environmentally responsible housing.

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Homes have 6 star energy ratings

At JG King Homes, we construct all single-storey homes to a 6-star energy rated standard at no extra cost, with the ability to boost home energy star rating in multiple ways

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Materials sourced from ethical suppliers

JG King Homes continues to assess the environmental, health & safety, quality, social & economic impacts of all purchasing decisions.

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More sustainable concrete slabs: Biax Foundations™

At JG King Homes, we use Biax Foundations™. "Biaxial voided slabs are reinforced concrete slabs in which voids reduce the amount of concrete required, whilst providing a stiffer and stronger slab." Biax Foundations™ is the fully patented, eco friendly, user friendly foundation system that offers engineers, concreters and homeowners a more sustainable foundation option. - Zero landfill waste, 100% recyclable - Light-weight & easy to handle - Made from up to 100% recycled plastic

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100% Australian made and owned

All of our steel frames are manufactured at our own factory, Steel Frame Solutions, in Ballarat. Our materials are produced by Truecore Steel, a wholly Australian BlueScope Steel product.

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