Turning a Barn Into an Energy-Smart House

Utility worker with an electric meter

Before you break ground on a new house, give your utility companies a call. They can help you avoid unnecessary expenses and construction delays.

Pete and Megan talking with homeowners

Hear from real homeowners and builders who made energy efficiency a priority.

Boy and grandmother on front porch

A preservation expert shares how to restore an older home economically and energy efficiently.

Building materials, blueprints and paint chips

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.

Mom and daughters playing in leaves

When building your new home, don't forget about the importance of energy-conserving products like furnaces, air conditioners and appliances.

Adjustable height kitchen sink

Using universal design principals, your home can adapt to your changing lifestyle needs.

Trusses in an attic

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.

Energy rater performing analysis on a front door

An energy rater can help make your new home more energy-efficient through every stage of the construction process.

Two people walking into a new home

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.

Turning a barn into an energy-smart home