Learn about the beautiful, energy efficient exterior doors that come with new construction homes.
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Green Building
Windows That Cut Energy Costs, Protect and Defend
There are many window options out there, including some that offer resistance to weather-related events.
Buying Green Equals Buying Smart
Buying a green home means buying smart. Energy efficient homes save homeowners money and help save the planet.
Consumer Interest in Green Building and Sustainability is Increasing
Interest in green building and sustainability is increasing as more homebuyers look to save money and resources.
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Introduction to Green Roof Styles
NewHomeSource explores green roofs, an innovative green building technique that transforms your home into a eco friendly paradise.
Recycle These Six Surprising Household Items to Help Save the Planet
By now, you know that recycling can help save valuable resources. But, here are six surprising household items that can be recycled.
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Water, Water Everywhere at CES – As Global Supplies Dwindle
Tim Costello explores what’s next for homebuyers looking to conserve water, save money, and help the planet.
Water, Water Everywhere at CES – As Global Supplies DwindleRead More
Tips to Save Water — and Money — All Year Long
NewHomeSource has five tips to reduce water usage in your landscaping, so you can save money and the planet.
How to Make Your New Home More Energy Efficient (And Save Money)
There are a number of ways that homeowners can make their new construction homes even more energy efficient to save money and the planet.
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Looking to Build a Green Home? Ask Prospective Builders These 8 Questions
If you’re looking to build a green home, you need to find the right builder. Here are eight questions you should ask potential green builders.
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Raise Your IAQ: Why Indoor Air Quality Matters
Today’s homebuilders are looking for ways to improve indoor air quality so their homeowners can enjoy a higher quality of life.
Energy Star: The New Home Source Interview
NewHomeSource sits down with Jonathan Passe, director of EnergyStar Residential Programs to explain what goes into an EnergyStar certified home.
10 Common Green Features in New-Construction Homes
New construction homes often have green features that don’t come in used houses. NewHomeSource explores 10 common green features in new houses.
Are Manufactured Homes Energy Efficient?
Manufactured homes have undergone changes that make them more energy efficient; and more changes are to come.
How to Build an Eco-Friendly Custom Home
When you build a custom home, it’s a great opportunity to design and build a home that is as eco-friendly and energy efficient as it is luxurious. NewHomeSource breaks down how to build a green custom home.
Greenwashing: What it is and How to Separate Fact from Fiction
It’s important to know what makes something “green.” To ensure that products and homes are eco-friendly, builders rely on ratings from a number of certification programs.
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Plant Prefab: LivingHomes’ Groundbreaking Spinoff
LivingHomes’ groundbreaking factory is the nation’s first prefabricated home factory dedicated to sustainability.
How to Start Rainscaping Around Your New Home
If you’re looking for a way to go green in your new home’s garden you should explore installing a rain garden in your backyard.
Texas-Sized Savings: Texas’ First Certified Passive Home Runs on $2 of Energy a Day
The first passive home in Texas, located in northwest Dallas, was built by Fagan Partners and is is a two-story spec home of 3,230 sq. ft.
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Which Green Home Certification Program is Right for You?
There are over 80 green home certification programs available to homeowners, learn what they can mean and find the right one for your new home.
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Zero Energy Home Design Goes Mainstream
Zero energy home designs have gone mainstream in the homebuilding industry, making owning an energy-efficient home more attainable than ever.
Zero Energy Homes: No Energy Bill, No Problem
A net zero home produces as much energy as it consumes, which means energy bills for the year come out to roughly $0.
Here’s Why Building Green is the Future of New Homes
Green building is the future of the new home building industry. NewHomeSource explores why builders who don’t go green will get left behind.
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California Sunshine Harnessed for Solar Power
California is mandating that all new homes meet certain standards for sustainability, relying on solar power.
5 Beautiful, Eco-Friendly Flooring Options That Maximize Sustainability
Flooring materials like cork, bamboo, linoleum, recycled materials, and wool carpet give you a luxurious floor, while still having a green impact on your new home.
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How Energy Efficient are Manufactured Homes?
Today’s manufactured homes are sustainably built with plenty of high-end finish and customization options.
Keeping It Green: Maintenance Tips for the Energy-Efficient Home
By maintaining your energy-efficient home, you’ll ensure it is working at optimal performance for years to come.
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Whisper Valley Providing Zero-Energy Living at Affordable Price
Whisper Valley is a fantastic new home community in Austin, Texas that offers up green living at an affordable price point.
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Here Comes the Sun: Are Solar Panels or Passive Solar Design Right for Your New Home?
NewHomeSource breaks down everything you need to know about solar panels, and how to install them on your new home, so you can live in a truly green home.
Here Comes the Sun: Are Solar Panels or Passive Solar Design Right for Your New Home?Read More
The Benefits of LEED Certification for Your Home
By Seve Kale “I didn’t believe it until I saw the bills coming in,” says Jay Krakowsky, whose home in Barnegat, N.J., has LEED certification, “but I’m paying one-quarter less than what I was paying at my previous home.” Because they live in an energy-efficient LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) home, Krakowsky and …