Green home construction
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.
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.
A century-old barn gets the ultimate makeover - with lots of energy-smart technology.
An energy-smart builder will help you make the right choices for your family and lifestyle.
Our four-part series explores how to handle comfort issues in a new home.
Using the sun's stored energy to heat your home reduces your conventional energy consumption.
Structural insulated panels, also called SIPs, foam-core panels or stress-skin panels, are significantly more airtight than stud walls.
An insulated concrete form (ICF) system eliminates the cold drafts typical of wood-frame construction.
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.
When building your new home, don't forget about the importance of energy-conserving products like furnaces, air conditioners and appliances.