Modular homes
Modular homes are built in a factory under controlled conditions, then shipped to the homesite and placed on a permanent foundation.
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.
When building your new home, don't forget about the importance of energy-conserving products like furnaces, air conditioners and appliances.
A preservation expert shares how to restore an older home economically and energy efficiently.
More builders are offering sustainable choices in new home construction. Find out what's available and how it impacts the earth and the bottom line.
New, energy-efficient homes need new solutions to circulate and ventilate the air inside the home.
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.