Posts Tagged ‘building green’
7 Reasons To Build Green
March 16, 2010 No Commentsby Jeremy Friedman Green building is the buzz among homeowners and building professionals these days. Just about every architectural website or magazine offers energy efficient house plans in every style and size, and nearly every media outlet boasts reminders about the benefits of building the “green” way. It’s estimated the percentage of new homes built [...]
Pin ItGreener Building And Living
March 2, 2010 4 CommentsWith rising costs sweeping the nation, homeowners everywhere are discovering ways to conserve energy and lead a more efficient lifestyle. These include everything from small changes in your day-to-day-routine to building an entire home the “green” way. Of course, building an energy efficient home gives you the opportunity to create an energy efficient environment right [...]
Pin ItHomebuyer’s Current Choices
February 18, 2010 2 CommentsBuilders for the past several years have thought that “bigger is better” as the size of the American family’s home continued to increase. But, since this year’s International Builder Show in Las Vegas, some surprising changes are happening with homebuyers as they lean toward smaller dwellings that have a “less is more” attitude. Builders, take [...]
Pin ItWhat Is Green Building Anyway?
February 2, 2010 5 Commentsby Jeremy Friedman The green movement is sweeping the country. You can’t pick up a magazine or turn on the T.V. without finding the latest facts and tips for living the “green way.” It’s discussed in trade journals, newspapers, and commercials and home building is one area that is no exception. While many people are [...]
Pin ItSimple Ways to Cut Costs Everyday
March 3, 2009 1 CommentSaving money is one thing on homeowners’ minds these days with rising costs placing a grasp on many budgets. More people are looking for cost-effective ways to rest and rejuvenate in their home, while cutting back on resources and the wallet. But how, in a world of economic hardship, can families save more than pennies [...]
Pin ItEnergy Efficiency Tax Breaks
January 30, 2009 No CommentsMaking certain upgrades to your home may just save you money! The nation’s tax system has several money saving opportunities available for those homeowners seeking to make their homes more energy efficient. Although the tax system is very complex and often overwhelming for many consumers, it is worth the time and effort to check out [...]
Pin ItClean Air Quality for Your Home
January 9, 2009 No CommentsDo you or your family members often suffer from allergies? Can you see an excessive amount of dust on flat surfaces within your home? If your answer is yes to these questions, you may have poor air quality in your ranch home plan or two-story home plan. The EPA ranks indoor air pollution as one [...]
Pin ItRadiant Floor Heating
December 12, 2008 No CommentsWhen the leaves begin to fall and the air becomes cooler, many homeowners go to great lengths to prepare for the cold season ahead. Scarves, gloves and cozy sweaters are gathered from storage and the smell and feel of a warm fire begins to trickle throughout the home. But what about all those drafty areas [...]
Pin ItLiving GREEN
April 11, 2008 No CommentsBuilding Green Home plans is an important movement toward sustaining an eco-friendly environment. But an important aspect of Building Green is Living Green – an effort that saves you time, energy and the environment. Living Green is a growing effort that combines a range of steps you can take in and outside your home plan. [...]
Pin ItBuilding Green
March 7, 2008 No CommentsImagine building a dream home that conserves resources, reduces pollution and is extremely energy efficient. As more homeowners are growing more aware of the importance of an eco-friendly environment, utilizing green building in as many aspects of the home as possible is taking standard homes to a new level and reducing the demand on nature. [...]
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