Energy rater and performance consultant
An energy rater can help make your new home more energy-efficient through every stage of the construction process.
In newer homes, energy-efficient building practices are used to avoid drafts, but these air tight homes can result in uncomfortable air quality and ventilation.
See our Air Quality section for more information.
In this video: An industry expert discusses green technologies that improve air quality in new construction.
An energy rater can help make your new home more energy-efficient through every stage of the construction process.
A preservation expert shares how to restore an older home economically and energy efficiently.
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.
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.
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.
When building your new home, don't forget about the importance of energy-conserving products like furnaces, air conditioners and appliances.
A geodesic design uses interconnected triangles to create a strong, environmentally friendly structure.
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.