Framing options
You have energy efficient and sustainable options when it comes to framing your new home.
Turning a barn into an energy-smart home
A century-old barn gets the ultimate makeover - with lots of energy-smart technology.
In this video: A contractor and homeowner share how they turned their vision for a barn house into a unique, energy efficient home.
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Decoding building requirements
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.
Finding an energy-smart builder
An energy-smart builder will help you make the right choices for your family and lifestyle.
Air quality and ventilation in new homes
New, energy-efficient homes need new solutions to circulate and ventilate the air inside the home.
Structural insulated panels
Structural insulated panels, also called SIPs, foam-core panels or stress-skin panels, are significantly more airtight than stud walls.
Energy rater and performance consultant
An energy rater can help make your new home more energy-efficient through every stage of the construction process.
Trombe wall
Using the sun's stored energy to heat your home reduces your conventional energy consumption.
