Like any consumer niche, sustainable building can suffer from inflated pricing, especially when you renovate your home, as some assume eco-minded consumers will pay more to support their ideals. However, the growth of green industries has helped balance supply and demand, resulting in more affordable options for homeowners and builders interested in creating carbon-conscious dwellings. … Read more
Hazardous building materials are a problem that cannot be ignored. Whether weak or toxic, these materials can be an enormous danger to habitants of buildings where they’re used. In the mid-2000s, hazardous drywall became a major concern for American homeowners across numerous states. From this problem arose an elegant solution: magnesium oxide panel as a … Read more
Building or updating your deck can boost your home’s value, functionality, and curb appeal by quite a bit. Choosing the materials with which you will build your new deck requires you to strike a balance between aesthetics and affordability. Until recently, wood was the go-to material for newly constructed decks and porches. Many alternatives have … Read more
Believe it or not, basic building construction hasn’t changed that much in the last 100 years. Consequently, builders still frame, dry-in, do electrical and plumbing in pretty much the same order they did in 1920 (yes, people had electricity and indoor plumbing). But, what has changed are the tools and materials they use to do … Read more