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In the absence of a national metric for home performance, consumers have no way to quantify the performance of a home. But that may be changing.
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The eScan wireless diagnostic system uses a patented technology that collects, analyzes, stores, and uploader performance- and energy-related data from a home or business HVAC system.
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WellHome is a home performance division aimed at residential home improvement. The division was launched earlier this year by building products manufacturer Masco, which operates a similar division called Environments for Living. That division is targeted at new-home builders.
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Many remodelers believe that there is a legitimate need for home performance certifications, specifically.
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These diagnostic tools are useful to have in your home performance toolbox. Such visual ways to present information can also help you make an effective presentation right in the home to convince homeowners of the need for energy retrofit work.
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Home performance may be hot now, but Mark Cannella has been doing energy audits for more than 15 years.
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Remodeling magazine senior editor Stacey Freed follows Ed Voytovich, executive director of the Building Performance Contractors Association of New York State, on a residential home energy audit.
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When it comes to "green" building, there is hype, and then there are the green building practices that are essential for remodelers to know about, such as combustion safety.
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It’s never been more important to work with knowledgeable trade contractors. Here’s how to get them on board the green bandwagon – without letting them go overboard.
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Industry insiders believe the major drivers of home-efficiency improvements will soon shift to performance-based incentives and standards.
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As consumer interest in sustainable building grows, so does the number of national and local green certification, training, and accreditation programs. Here's a guide to what's on offer.
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Energy costs may drive remodeling clients' project needs and decision-making.
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Performance requirements for wood-framed wall systems have changed considerably. Here’s how to meet today’s conditions and set new standards.