Finding an energy-smart builder
An energy-smart builder will help you make the right choices for your family and lifestyle.
In this video: A preservation expert shares how to restore an older home economically and energy efficiently.
An energy-smart builder will help you make the right choices for your family and lifestyle.
Modular homes are built in a factory under controlled conditions, then shipped to the homesite and placed on a permanent foundation.
An insulated concrete form (ICF) system eliminates the cold drafts typical of wood-frame construction.
Structural insulated panels, also called SIPs, foam-core panels or stress-skin panels, are significantly more airtight than stud walls.
A century-old barn gets the ultimate makeover - with lots of energy-smart technology.
A geodesic design uses interconnected triangles to create a strong, environmentally friendly structure.
Before you break ground on a new house, give your utility companies a call. They can help you avoid unnecessary expenses and construction delays.
Learn about some of the changes for new homes built today. An expert highlights some of the things to consider when building a new home.
Using universal design principals, your home can adapt to your changing lifestyle needs.