Energy Tax Credit – Take Advantage Now!

by admin on February 12, 2010

Here is a great video explaining the tax credits available for making energy efficient improvements to your home. I can help you – please contact me for details!

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The Basic 10 of Green Construction Part V

June 15, 2009

This is the conclusion of a series of articles on the basic components of good green home construction. Having covered orientation, sealing the building envelope, insulation, efficient HVAC equipment, energy-saving appliances, upgraded windows, water conservation, and indoor air quality, we wrap up with durability and certification.
9 – Durability. One of the basic definitions of a [...]

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The Basic 10 of Green Construction Part IV

June 14, 2009

The 6 aspects of good green construction that we’ve discussed in parts I through III of this series all have a direct affect on energy conservation, a large part of green building. These next two components address building a healthy home and reducing the usage and subsequent cost of water.
7 – Water. Water conservation is [...]

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The Basic 10 of Green Construction Part III

June 13, 2009

The fundamental elements of green construction result in energy conservation, water conservation, improved indoor air quality, and a more durable structure.
Having covered orientation and design, sealing the building envelope, improving the insulation, and upgrading the HVAC system in the first two articles, we continue the series with two more energy-saving basic green features.
5—Upgraded Windows: The [...]

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The Basic 10 of Green Construction Part II

June 12, 2009

The previous post (Part 1) was the first in a series designed to explain the basic components of good green home construction. We started with home orientation and design and discussed sealing the building envelope.
3—Proper and Thorough Insulation:
Once a tight shell has been created by caulking and sealing all penetrations and building assembly connections, it’s [...]

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