The residential building industry has enough controversial construction techniques, incorrect product applications, antiquated codes, and old wives’ tales to confuse anybody seeking the right way to build. And vapor barriers rank high on that list.
Helensview Heights is all about sustainability, but far more than just the stuff you can feel, touch, or tack onto a house.
New products for eco-friendly homes, including zero-VOC paint, solar roof tiles, and permeable composite pavers.
Partnership with IBACOS and Building America help family-run builder tackle energy performance.
Thorough product assessment and understanding can help you move from gray to green.
Green-savvy homeowners are looking for cost savings and durability as much as aesthetics.
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NAHB Green Building Conference Coverage: A guide to greening existing housing stock.
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NAHB Green Building Conference Coverage: There are thousands of free dollars available to builders of eco-friendly homes.
Energy-efficient appliances, water-sipping showerheads, recycled-content countertops, and more.
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The climate change bill currently before Congress has several provisions with big implications for the multifamily industry. The good news is that bill calls for federal incentives to be available to market-rate multifamily owners for retrofitting existing buildings to improve their energy...