Energy efficiency
Energy efficiency
3 Questions Answered About Reliable Energy in Home Construction
Energy expert Bryan Cordill makes a case for why and how propane is an answer to growing concerns about reliability and resilience in home construction
Business
PERC Highlights Sustainability and Efficiency at IBS with 'Clean Build Conversations'
Hear from industry standouts Matt Blashaw and Anthony Carrino at this hour-long Show Village event
Construction
How to Air Seal the Garage
A poorly sealed wall or ceiling between the garage and the main house can let harmful fumes into the living space
Business
November Data: Custom Architects Weigh In, New Construction Trends, Contractor Confidence, and Material Price Changes
We've collected highlights from a number of data reports published throughout the industry in November
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Building Materials
Dow and Greater Houston Builders’ Association host Houston Building Science and Energy Forum
Last Wednesday, Dow Building Solutions and the Great Houston Builder’s Association(GHBA) hosted an all-day Houston Building Science and Energy Forum for local residential builders and remodelers.
Green & Sustainable
High-end green: 4 projects that prove lavish homes don't have to be wasteful
Big, expensive custom homes don’t have to be wasteful of energy and other resources, as long as builders educate themselves and their clients about green features and technologies.
Energy efficiency
Energy-efficient homes may be more market-friendly
Some studies indicate that newly constructed homes with third-party certifications for sustainability and energy efficiency sold for more on average than noncertified home, and linger on the market for fewer days.
Energy efficiency
San Francisco homes may soon get “green grades”
Energy-efficient homes in San Francisco may soon receive an official certification from the city, potentially boosting their resale value.
Building Materials
Georgia builder sees advantages in energy-efficient flooring and wall sheathing
Al Durden, construction supervisor for SF Communities in Macon, Ga., builds quality residential homes in Macon and surrounding communities throughout Middle Georgia. Recent alterations in SF Communities’ standard construction practices require Durden to build quieter, more energy-efficient homes.
Technology
BPI hits 25,000 home performance certifications
The Building Performance Institute Inc. (BPI) reached 25,000 active certifications this week, more than tripling its total number of professional certifications in the home performance and weatherization workforce in just 18 months
Energy efficiency
Earth Advantage Institute: Top 10 green building trends for 2011
Affordable green homes, outcome-based energy codes, and “grid-aware” appliances are among the top-10 green building trends to watch for in the new year, according to the Earth Advantage Institute. The annual list also includes the emergence of passive homes and growth in residential grey water use.
Business
Survey Defines Custom-Built Home Demographics
New research by Custom Builder magazine provides insights into client profiles, home specifications, and top business challenges. Among the findings: homes are getting smaller, purse strings are tightening, and move-up buyers rule the market. Check out our full report.
Insulation
Even More Insulated
Roxul has added R28 insulation to its existing line of Roxul ComfortBatt thermal insulation products.