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Capital Region Builders Association
"A Touch of Green" Building Techniques
SITE PLANNING
Site Orientation
Site Disturbance
DESIGN--PLANS
Construction Techniques
Waste
ENERGY EFFICIENCY
Insulation options
to obtain High performance
HVAC
Water Heating
Appliances
Lighting
Windows
Exterior Doors
Radiant Heat Barrier
WATER EFFICIENCY
Toilets
Supply Lines
Irrigation
Shower Heads
Water Shut off valves
INDOOR AIR QUALITY
Venting & Moisture Control
Fireplace Units
Flooring
Countertops
Paints & Finishes
GLOBAL IMPACT
Choosing Green Manufacturers
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Placement of the home is the basics to energy efficiency & passive design
Storm Water Compliance is now a parish ordinance to comply with
Using advanced framing, composite components & engineered lumber materials
Or “SIPS” Structural Insulated Panels OR “ICF” Insulated Concrete Forms
Minimizing debris, and recycling
Spray foam—walls & rafters or walls & ceilings
Cellulose or Rockwool wall & ceiling spray
Zero Draft, thorough caulking and sealing of cavities
High efficiency equipment installed with filtration & outdoor air
Ductwork Sealed plenums & ductwork located within conditioned space
Programmable Thermostats
High efficiency tank type or Tankless for unending supply
Energy Star Rated: Refrigerator/Freezer, Dishwasher, Washer/Dryer, Electronics
Energy saving type bulbs, like Compact fluorescent lamps & LED’s
When using recess can lighting, specify ICAT (Insulation Contact Air Tight)
Low air infiltration, Low E coatings on glass, Insulated frames & Wind Resistant
Fiberglass for low conduction, Low E glass & No Rot Jambs
Applied on bottom side of roof decking lowers attic temperatures
Low Flow rate toilets with dual stage operation feature
PEX Piping & Manifold systems
For flower beds & yard using rain collection systems
Featuring pressure with low volume
That sense excess running and stop the flow
Bath Vents with proper cfm vented to exterior roof line or overhangs
Kitchen Hood Vent with proper cfm, vented to roof line
Direct vent Gas are more fuel efficient
Carpets made from recycled plastics
Indigenous wood or Bamboo type products as laminates
Ceramic tiles made by Green compliant manufacturers
Quartz or laminate types
Low VOC Paints and Sealants
Select a CGP—Certified Green Professional (NAHB)
Visit www.nahbgreen.org
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