If you are looking for a new home, or planning a renovation, chances are that you have had builders throw a number of different credentials and acronyms at you. In this jumble of letters, you should take note of LEED. Builders who participate in green initiatives are able to apply and become LEED certified. What Does it Mean to You? LEED is the professional... [Read more...]
The Importance of Energy Efficient Windows and Doors
Posted on June 3, 2012 By kwalker (Edit) Leave a Comment
The new buzz word that is going around in the window and door world is green, meaning energy efficient. Many homeowners don't realize how much of a difference having windows and doors manufactured with more energy efficient technology make in the home. Windows that have low E coating ( layer of silver mist on the inside of the exterior pane that allows ample... [Read more...]
Massachusetts is the Nation’s Most Energy-Efficient State
Posted on November 7, 2011 By kwalker (Edit) Leave a Comment
According to a report by the American Council for an Energy Efficient Economy (ACEEE), California has finally been surpassed as the country’s most energy-efficient state. Massachusetts is now the nation's s most energy-efficient state. If you are not familiar with the ACEEE: The ACEEE’s Scorecard—which gauges states' energy efficiency based on their... [Read more...]
