Green Homes News

Can anyone recommend a free heat load calculator? I’m renovating a 1950s ranch home for my parents with heavy insulation upgrades, including double exterior walls with mineral wool and exterior…

I bought an “induction” pot that barely worked. A side-by-side test shows why—and what to look for before you buy.

Hi All,I live in Toronto, USDA Zone 5/6. Our house is double brick, 1920s or 1930s, lathe and plaster walls interior and no insulation.The basement has interior waterproofing and spray…

Hello GBA, I think most of you know I work for Fine Homebuilding. Several of you were really helpful with an article I wrote a few years ago about making…

Manufacturers are working to reduce packaging waste, but durability, cost, and new regulations complicate the path to more-sustainable solutions

I am trying to determine what is the best insulation for our home in south Florida and avoid toxic materials as some of my family members are sensitive to chemicals.…

I have a new build in zone 6a, and noticed water leaking in above a window after the siding went on. I have a contractor working on the site but…

Thanks to state-level legislative efforts, U.S. consumers will have greater access to plug-in solar devices, assuming states can remove the red tape

Integrating blue carpets Dubai into green building projects requires focusing on low-VOC emissions and sustainable material sourcing. These high-quality carpets provide excellent thermal insulation, contributing to the energy efficiency of…

A DIY builder questions his heat-loss numbers—raising bigger questions about Manual J accuracy, low-load homes, and HVAC sizing.