Talk to your utilities
Before you break ground on a new house, give your utility companies a call. They can help you avoid unnecessary expenses and construction delays.
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.
Before you break ground on a new house, give your utility companies a call. They can help you avoid unnecessary expenses and construction delays.
Using universal design principals, your home can adapt to your changing lifestyle needs.
Using the sun's stored energy to heat your home reduces your conventional energy consumption.
A century-old barn gets the ultimate makeover - with lots of energy-smart technology.
Structural insulated panels, also called SIPs, foam-core panels or stress-skin panels, are significantly more airtight than stud walls.
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.
An energy-smart builder will help you make the right choices for your family and lifestyle.