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.
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.
When building your new home, don't forget about the importance of energy-conserving products like furnaces, air conditioners and appliances.
Our four-part series explores how to handle comfort issues in a new home.
An energy rater can help make your new home more energy-efficient through every stage of the construction process.
Before you break ground on a new house, give your utility companies a call. They can help you avoid unnecessary expenses and construction delays.
An insulated concrete form (ICF) system eliminates the cold drafts typical of wood-frame construction.
Habitat for Humanity is an organization that provides simple, sturdy homes. Learn how energy efficiency is a key factor in building these homes.