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Before you break ground on a new house, give your utility companies a call. They can help you avoid unnecessary expenses and construction delays.
In this video: A preservation expert shares how to restore an older home economically and energy efficiently.
Before you break ground on a new house, give your utility companies a call. They can help you avoid unnecessary expenses and construction delays.
Your roof and attic play the most crucial role in your home's energy efficiency system, reducing your energy costs during the winter and summer.
You have energy efficient and sustainable options when it comes to framing your new home.
Check out a new neighborhood concept and see how one builder is changing the way homes are built with a goal to use zero energy.
Habitat for Humanity is an organization that provides simple, sturdy homes. Learn how energy efficiency is a key factor in building these homes.
An energy-smart builder will help you make the right choices for your family and lifestyle.
An insulated concrete form (ICF) system eliminates the cold drafts typical of wood-frame construction.
When building your new home, don't forget about the importance of energy-conserving products like furnaces, air conditioners and appliances.
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.