In Part 1 and Part 2 of the Hypothetical Remodel Series we laid the ground work at what to expect. We are taking a home and showing how, in Houston, you can buy an existing home and Renovate it to be Green to stay within your desired price range. Sometimes buying a New Construction home [...]
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Introduction to the Hypothetical Remodel in Houston
September 24th, 2008 · 4 Comments · Green Houston Communities
It is so amazing that people that I work with looking to buy homes that are as green as possible. However, there seems to be more of a consumer demand than homes on the ground ready to go right now. So in the beginning with clients there seems to be some frustration as to what [...]
How Neat Would It Be….
July 5th, 2008 · No Comments · Green Houston Communities
With the cost of everything going up in recent history including Gas, Health Care, etc. - Green and other alternative solutions are going mainstream. Career Builder even put out an article stating the ‘Green Collar Jobs‘ ARE the future. Our kids and young adults are leading us in to a more sustainable future with their thoughts [...]
Your Options For Buying Green in Houston-2008
July 5th, 2008 · No Comments · Green Houston Communities
The Energy pushing the Green Building Movement is gaining momentum everyday in Houston right now. More and more people are deciding that they need a Healthier and more Energy Efficient Homes and actually relating GREEN to that. But where do you start? I have received several emails wanting to know how exactly to find a [...]
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Green Building in Houston TX
July 5th, 2008 · No Comments · Green Houston Events, Green Houston Topics
If you are thinking about buying or building a GREEN Home in Houston, Texas I recommend viewing the guidelines fron the Greater Houston Builders Association and Green Building Initiative (TM). These guildelines are very thorough and take you step by step for what is needed to have a home considered to be GREEN. Below I will have [...]
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Where To Find Nitrogen For Tires in Houston, Tx
July 5th, 2008 · 1 Comment · Green Products
Some time back, I read about how filling your current tires with Nitrogen as opposed to regular Air will help to keep a constant Air Pressure, Reduce Oxidation and in the end give you better Gas Mileage and a Longer Life for your tires. I thought that sounded like a great idea so I went [...]
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The Bar Has Been Set High For Energy Efficiency in Houston Tx
July 5th, 2008 · No Comments · Green Houston Topics
What is that sound? AH, I think it is the Winds of Change and Growth for Green and Sustainable Home Building in Houston, Tx! Read through this and let me know if you think this is the case… Houston has always been known as a hub for Energy and Oil companies. We have companies with [...]
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Passive Solar Home Design in Houston Tx
July 5th, 2008 · No Comments · Green Houston Topics
If you are about to build a home in the Houston area, simply choosing a good floorplan, elevation and lot placement can make your home quite a bit more energy efficient. This technique is called Passive Solar Design. Although the design utilizes the sun to help heat your home in the winter and block much [...]
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The 411 on CFL’s In Your Home
July 5th, 2008 · No Comments · Green Products
We have all heard the buzz lately on Compact Fluorescent Light Bulbs, or CFL’s, that are supposed to save you money utility bills. They use less watts to put out the same amount of light. Well, it occurred to me that not all of us know exactly how to use these, why to use these, and [...]
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General Green Products for Builders and Homeowners
July 3rd, 2008 · 4 Comments · Green Service Providers
Below is a list of various Businesses that carry Green Products for your Home or Office. Either click on their web link or Business card image to visit their site and get more information. Windows and Siding Green Builders Source Here you will find all you need to build a Green Home or Building. From [...]
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