Green Remodeling
Why Green Remodeling?
Make your home healthier, more comfortable, lower energy bills, reduce maintenance, and lower your environmental impact.
What is Green Remodeling?
Improving existing buildings using the principles of Building Science to help make the house more efficient, more durable, improve the quality of indoor air, use sustainable materials for renovation, and dispose of waste materials through recycling and reuse wherever possible. Almost all homes, regardless of age, can be improved to save energy and create a healthier environment for occupants.
When to consider Green Remodeling
Anytime you work on your house – interior renovations, additions, siding repair or replacement, or home performance. Have a home energy audit before considering any renovation work, you may be surprised at what you learn about air leakage, insulation problems, inefficient and dangerous heating and air conditioning equipment, moisture problems and other many other problems that can be easily corrected before or during renovation work.
Where to Learn More About Green Homes
How to Find a Green Remodeler
Green Home Renovation Programs and Guidelines
- EarthCraft House Renovation
- NAHBGreen.org
- ReGreen Program
- Home Performance with Energy Star
- Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP)