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Insulation- The homeowner gains a finished, insulated
basement, a healthy house, and an estimated
energy savings of a whopping 81%.
- Insulation is needed in warm climates to keep the heat outside and in cold climates to keep the heat inside.
- An insulation\'s resistance to heat flow is measured or rated in terms of its thermal resistance or R-value.
- The net cost of owning a green home can be comparable to that of owning a conventional home – sometimes even less.
- Expert blogger shares insights on Icynene open-cell spray foam insulation.
Sorry, we currently don't have any Reviews tagged as 'Insulation'. - Saves energy by replacing existing electrical outlet plate covers to seal out drafts, and keep unoccupied electrical outlets covered for child safety.
- Spray foam insulation that is healthier, quieter, and more energy efficient.
- A non-toxic cementitious foam insulation.
- Green Building Products is the GreenSpec® Guide to residential building materials.
- Thirteen informative episodes that cover green building techniques, alternatives, cost-effectiveness, and health benefits.
- Sheathing adds strength and wind resistance to house walls, and is now made in a variety of materials.
- Often used in hot, humid climates, a pier foundation lifts a house up off the ground reducing health hazards from direct soil contact.
- Unfinished and uninsulated basements have a high potential for mold growth and other contamination problems, but can be healthy with proper planning.
- Unlike basement foundations, a crawl space is not considered part of a home’s living space. Crawl spaces are usually accessed only to repair pipes, ducts or mechanical equipment.
- Easily constructed in a healthy manner, it can be part of a house foundation or built separately from the footings and foundation wall.
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