Green Remodeling

In older homes in wintertime, windows are often one of the largest sources of heat loss, due to their low insulating ability and high air-leakage rates. In the summer, windows

The art of deconstruction By Paul Reeves on 03/16/2009 The demolition numbers In the United States, it is estimated that 10 to 25 percent of all solid waste entering the waste

Energy saving tips By on 02/01/2008 1. Seal leaky ductwork More than 20 percent of the average home’s heating and cooling bills go to duct leakage. Seal your ducts with mastic

How to green your home with sustainable renovations By Duncan McPherson on 03/16/2006 Thousands of people remodel their homes every year. Green renovations are more energy efficient, conserve resources and are

Greening it up for $26 or less By on 03/16/2006 Creating a more energy-efficient and sustainable living space may seem daunting at first. That’s particularly true if constructing that dream home–complete

Renovate your house the green way By on 03/16/2006 Many building materials are shipped 4,000 miles or more before use. The green route to go is simply to reuse the materials