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Look for plants that improve indoor air quality for home or office
Even as the weather warms up and a walk in the fresh air looks inviting, the majority of the country must remain indoors to make a living. Other than missing out on precious vitamin D, indoor workers …
 | The homeowners won't see one of the green products used to build the Proud Green Home Serenbe, but they'll be thankful for its presence every day. During construction the floors of the home were protected by KleenWrap, a recyclable plastic sheet … |
 | This spring allergies have been unbearable and most people don't have adequate protection from the billions of pollen spores that will enter homes and buildings. With the right technology, whole-house air purifiers can eliminate odors, smoke, pollen … |
 | Thousand of homes have vented crawl spaces but homeowners are discovering that closing the crawl space can halt water problems and save energy. Closing crawl spaces is a recently developed technique in both new and existing homes because it saves … |
| With some parts of the country hit hard by flooding, homeowners face potential danger of old in their homes. But the risk of tackling mold may be too great for untrained homeowners. Do-it-yourself mold removal kits target desperate consumers looking … | |
 | Super storms, changing climates and consistent flooding have recently brought the topic of toxic black mold growth back into the forefront of the minds of home and business owners across America. Toxic black mold, scientifically known as … |
 | Ever feel like your home heat is drafty and uneven? Or do you feel like your home has a lot of dust? You could be suffering from leaky air ducts. Most sheet metal heating and cooling ducts have leaks in the seams and joints. In fact, the The U.S … |
| As homeowners rebuild after Superstorm Sandy ravaged the Northeast, building experts urge people to choose the right products for the job. While legislators debate new construction codes designed to prevent future flooding, home and business owners … | |
 | While it's not as sexy as choosing granite countertops or fine hardwood floors, designing for proper indoor air quality can make a bigger impact on a home. It's a surprising statistic, but data from the United States Environmental Protection Agency … |
 | One of the challenges in building an energy-efficient home is planning for adequate ventilation in a tightly sealed structure. For the Proud Green Home at Serenbe, architect Chris Laumer-Giddens and builder Luis Imery took into account the super … |
 | All of us spend way too much time indoors, where the air can actually be worse than outdoor air for your health. Studies from the Environmental Protection Agency have shown levels of pollutants in your home to be at least five times higher than … |
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Zehnder Comfosystems Ventilation Brochure
Heating, cooling, fresh and clean air: at Zehnder, you will find everything you need to create a comfortable, healthy andenergy-efficient indoor climate. Zehnder's wide and clearly structured …Type: BrochureSponsored by: Zehnder America -
Insulated Concrete Forms (ICFs) Deliver Energy Efficiency and Comfort for Green Home Construction
Often when homeowners and builders consider investing in green elements for a home, the concept of payoff comes to mind. It's important to look at the total cost of ownership over a long period of …Type: White PaperSponsored by: Fox Blocks -
Residential Walls and Foundations: Improving the Thermal Envelope
This guide compares Insulated Concrete Forms (ICFs) with other forms used in above grade (walls) and below grade applications (foundations). Key factors in selecting the best system for your home are …Type: GuideSponsored by: Fox Blocks -
Free Guide: High Performance and High Efficiency Geothermal Home Heating, Air Conditioning and Water Heating Systems
Increasing energy costs have many homeowners looking for new ways to save money. According to the Department of Energy, the average homeowner pays about $1,900 a year on utilities, most of it going …Type: GuideSponsored by: Enertech Global, LLC -
The Ins and Outs of Replacement Windows
Adding replacement windows will save you money on energy bills, reduce your carbon footprint and provide a more comfortable living environment.Type: White PaperSponsored by: ProudGreenHome.com
