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Beyond Pricing-Punch List Process?

I touched a little earlier on the need to look beyond just a builder's price: What are the line item allowances What is the change order process How is the 1-year punch list process handled/managed? In this day and age, especially with…
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Foam Insulation – The Hidden Super Construction Material

Current conventional insulation, fiberglass and cellulose, are readily available in rolls or blown forms. While, conventional insulation provides some form of resistance to heat transfer, its overall effectiveness needs significant improvement. …
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Why Does Everyone Want an ENERGY STAR Home?

“ENERGY STAR?  I thought that was just for refrigerators!” As many people now realize, the ENERGY STAR program isn't just for appliances; it's also a respected energy efficiency program for new homes and is the basis for most green home…