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Next-Generation Prefabrication

Stakeholders in the residential prefab industry are shifting their focus to high-value building components and their cost- and time-savings potential

Best Practices

Fastening a deck ledger to a house with exterior insulation presents some complexities but there are a few ways to make it work

Q&A Spotlight

What is the best heating and cooling system for a single-story house without a basement or crawlspace?

Building Science

Learn where to find HPWH data, software tools, and worksheets to help determine the right-sized tank for your household usage

Building Matters

Leveling up on building enclosure details requires flexibility in the work schedule and extra cooperation from other trades

BS* + Beer

The Green Police shoot from the hip answering questions from the Brew Crew and live audience about today's building products and practices

Learn how the defrost cycle works and how to recognize whether the heat pump is working correctly in that mode

Guest Blogs

Market forces and government incentives are creating a growing number of renewable energy jobs

Q&A Spotlight

Do better insulation and new heating-cooling equipment warrant mechanical ventilation?

Green Homes

Tom Bassett-Dilley Architects renovate a house located in a Frank Lloyd Wright Historic District to meet Phius standards