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by Ian Phillips Custom built energy efficient homes are instrumental in saving the environment. These homes also help the homeowner save significant amounts of money every year by reducing electricity usage and providing a number of other benefits. Throughout this article we will go into further depth of the substantial advantages owning an […]
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California green building codes are the rules and regulations written with the sole purpose of improving the safety and health of the general public from any flaw in the design and construction of buildings in the state of California. It ensures that the design and construction of the building is done in accordance […]
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“Make hay while the sun shines” acquires a new meaning in Malibu, thanks largely to California’s performance on the solar energy front. The state increased its rooftop solar installations in 2013 from 1,000 MW to 2,000 MW. Across the country, 200,000 homes and commercial establishments signed up for rooftop solar panels in the […]
Tags: Green Building, Malibu builders, Malibu contractors, Malibu general contractor, solar, Solar Energy
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A lot of construction materials including laminates, adhesives, paints and cladding options contain volatile organic compounds which can cause pollution and pose health problems. The first step towards ensuring a green home is to avoid such materials. What do volatile organic compounds do? Chemicals classified under VOCs contain hydrogen and carbon, which when […]
Tags: Beverly Hills, Construction Checklist, Green Building, Malibu, Pacific Palisades, Safe Materials, Santa Monica, VOC, Volatile organic compounds
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The new Green Building Codes that California implemented in 2011 have led Pacific Palisades custom home builders to quickly adapt construction practices to meet the new green code requirements. The new codes cover many aspects of construction, from foundation to finish whether the project is a remodel or new construction. While some custom […]
Tags: California Green Building Code, Custom Home Builders, Green Building, LEED, Low VOC, Pacific Palisades, Pacific Palisades custom home builders
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