12 Easy Steps for High-Performance, Healthy Homes
Builders and homeowners that follow these 12 easy steps for home design and construction will create a high-performing and healthy home that is comfortable and safe.
How to Build a Guest House: Costs, Speed, and Energy Savings
What is a HERS Index Score and How to Achieve a Good HER Rating
Home energy efficiency is crucial in today’s environmentally conscious and economically driven world.
Fox Blocks Spray Foam
Discover Fox Blocks® Spray Foam – the only foam designed for ICF jobs. High yield, low expansion, superior adhesion. Perfect for EPS, wood & concrete. Buy now.
11 Must Haves for Energy Efficient Homes in Canada and the Northern U.S.
North America’s long-cold, sub-zero winters demand energy-efficient homes that save Canadian and American homeowners money while keeping their families warm and comfortable.
Top Tips for Building a FEMA Approved Storm Shelters
Barn Construction Process and Materials: How to Build the Best Barn
Vertical vs. Horizontal ICF: Pros and Cons
Both vertical and horizontal ICFs construction create moisture- and disaster-resistant walls with excellent R‑values. But which is the better ICF wall?
RANCH HOUSE POOL
This owner-builder wanted an attractive, affordable relaxation spa that he could build himself on weekends. He designed the project to replicate a wine barrel protruding from the ground, inviting one and all to enjoy a glass and stay awhile.
The Anatomy of a High Performance Home
A modern, high-performance home provides you with energy-efficiency, safety, and a high-level of indoor environment quality (IEQ) for your family’s comfort.