Green Building

Benefits of Green Building
Simple improvements in construction methods can vastly improve the quality of life for homeowners and substantially affect our impact on the environment and local economies.

Building Science and Building Materials:
The Two Factors Behind Green Building Strategies
Green building is the combination of applying building science, which involves the control of heat, moisture and air movement in a home, plus the right building materials, which involves choosing healthy, durable and sustainably produced products.
We believe that building science is the more important of the two factors in that applying its principles yields immediate, quantifiable results.

The Four Principles of Green Building
Applying proven green building strategies can make any new or existing home a healthier, more comfortable place to live. The strategies are based on these four principles:
High Performance: The combination of energy conservation, energy efficiency and renewable energy. A high-performance home uses less energy and costs less to heat and cool.
Indoor Air Quality (IAQ): The combination of clean air, fresh air and proper humidity. Homes with high IAQ are healthier, cleaner and more comfortable.
Durability: The techniques in constructing long-lasting buildings. Durable homes require fewer repairs and provide an excellent return on investment.
Resource Efficiency: The process of using fewer resources and sustainably produced materials —and the recycling of materials — during the building process. Homes built following these principles reduce the impact on the environment.

The “Building Envelope”
When you visualize the way air moves within a home, you can see how the heating and air conditioning systems, the duct work, windows, doors, attic, basement and space within walls (both exterior and interior) and other factors all impact airflow and efficiency. Understanding this principle is key to understanding the benefits of green building