Anyone interested in Solar? This article makes a good argument that if you’re thinking of installing either a solar water heating system, or a residential photovoltaic electric generating solar system, that the time to act is now! Take a look. ... Read full post »

The prices on solar water heaters have been dropping with increased popularity of solar products.  Now with the enhanced tax rebates these systems will become even more popular! Is a solar water heater a good choice for you?  Read this article and educate yourself on the many types of solar water heaters. ... Read full post »

On  April 22, 2010, just in time for Earth Day,   the AGC (Associated General Contractors of America)  released  a  report called “Building a Green Future.”    It’s a very comprehensive document that provides a blue print for increasing demand, and funding for environmentally conscious construction techniques, and how following these plans would  make a big impact on our collective carbon footprint going forward .  H ... Read full post »

Recently you may have read in the paper or heard about the “new” law aimed at protecting children from the health hazards associated with lead based paint.  The law requires training and sets work practice standards for  contractors working in homes that were built prior to 1978. While the law has received a lot of press recently, as it has become effective as of the end of April 2010,  it was proposed in the spring ... Read full post »

It’s done! It’s been a great experience all around. The curved features of the plan for this home required some thought and coordination not necessary in most projects. But, the extra time and attention to detail has paid off. The impact of the curves on the exterior is clearly apparent as you approach the home. It’s obvious why the curve was needed now, as you look at the finished house against the landscape. It fits in p ... Read full post »