Best Practices
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Planning and Prepping for Basement Flooring
Managing moisture is key, but choosing the appropriate product and creating a suitable surface are also crucial factors in establishing a long-lasting, comfortable basement floor
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A Roadmap for Getting to Net-Zero
An owner-builder shares her method for setting priorities to achieve optimal energy efficiency
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Low-Carbon Foundation Systems
As more building pros look for ways to get carbon out of their projects, foundations are the low-hanging fruit. Here are some viable alternatives to concrete basements and slabs.
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6 Lessons Learned from Living in a High-Performance Home
One builder-owner’s hindsight reveals a few design considerations to bear in mind when building new
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Accessory Dwelling Unit Design-Build
A low-carbon, all-electric ADU demonstrates the benefits of small-home living
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Ways to Reduce Residential Light Pollution
Outdoor lighting design strategies to prevent wasted energy usage, impaired human health, and negative environmental impacts
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Shallow Energy Retrofits, Part 2
Air-sealing and increased insulation in the roof have the biggest impact on energy efficiency upgrades
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Passive House on Protected Land
This Montana homestead is a study in environmental stewardship and sustainable building practices
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Shallow Energy Retrofits, Part 1
Targeting problem areas for upgrades can be either insufficient for preventing future issues, or a prudent choice and smart investment
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Critical Details for Ductless Heat Pumps
Trouble-free performance begins with properly installed line sets that pass rigorous testing for leaks
