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Helical Piles with Vented Crawlspace
In solving some problems, helical piles create others—where to house mechanicals and run ducts among them
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Details for a “High-Performance Garage”
An insulated slab, Larsen truss wall system, careful air-sealing, and dense-packed insulation in deep cavities mitigate heat losses at a garage door
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Building Affordable Houses—20 Years Later
A renewed conversation about the intersection of cost-effectiveness and green building practices
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Design for Low-Carbon Building
Details from a Pretty Good House provide a roadmap to lowering a building’s carbon emissions
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Insulation and HVAC for a Detached Garage
Building scientist Kohta Ueno recommends slab, wall, and roof assemblies for a cold climate
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Overview of Panelized Construction
A look at the benefits, manufacturing and delivery methods, and potential pitfalls of prefabricated building enclosures
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Common Mechanical Room Obstructions
When designing a new house, give thought to where the ducts will go and exactly how they will get there
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A National Definition for Zero Emissions Buildings Is in the Works
The DOE is now soliciting feedback from industry professionals on approaches, benchmarks, and other concerns
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Choosing Wall Insulation for a New Build
What’s the best combination of exterior and interior insulation for a “forever” home?
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How Much Does It Cost to Build Your Own House?
An owner/builder shares the line-by-line break down of costs to design-build his high-performance home in Wisconsin
