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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Net Zero Community

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Aging in place

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Choosing energy-smart products

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Energy efficient kitchen remodel

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New home comfort issues

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Building an energy-smart house

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An insulated concrete form (ICF) system eliminates the cold drafts typical of wood-frame construction.

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Modular homes

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Modular homes are built in a factory under controlled conditions, then shipped to the homesite and placed on a permanent foundation.

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