While “sustainable” has been a broadly used word in recent years, we utilize it because of its simple definition of “capacity to endure”. What this reflects in our mission is a dedication to build to the highest quality standards. We build to endure. We believe designing and building aesthetic quality leads to better care. Of course, we have always been dedicated to energy efficiency, which is evident in our building envelopes, mechanical systems, and lighting systems. We believe in proven construction methods, while maintaining a commitment to vetting new materials and techniques.
As we continue to provide broadscale construction residential and commercial construction services, we also offer and specialize in individual sustainable elements. These are improvements that have merits individually or can be combined for synergetic advantage. We are available to consult, providing guidance on existing systems and/or how these various elements can be of benefit to your property.
With the recent movement towards high efficiency wood stoves in the marketplace, as well as the recent 30% tax credit offered by the federal government, we have just introduced the Kuma stove line. We are dealers of this high quality “made in America” line from Idaho. Of particular note, burning wood as a source of heat, generally repr
With the recent movement towards high efficiency wood stoves in the marketplace, as well as the recent 30% tax credit offered by the federal government, we have just introduced the Kuma stove line. We are dealers of this high quality “made in America” line from Idaho. Of particular note, burning wood as a source of heat, generally represents a neutral carbon cycle, in stark contrast to oil, natural gas, and coal. It is also a great secondary heat source to electric powered heat pump systems.
In light of recent macro events and the interest and importance of local quality food, we are introducing greenhouse design and installation. This may be a way to perform some solar harvesting in the winter, increase light into the home, or more robustly provide a year round system for plants and/or agricultural purposes. These units can installed as additions or free standing units.
In recent years, many homeowners have had to endure water restrictions imposed by dwindling water resources and resultant municipal restrictions. According to the experts there is little relief in sight. At best we are in for significant swings in water from the skies. In general, collecting roof water can help reduce or eliminate wat
In recent years, many homeowners have had to endure water restrictions imposed by dwindling water resources and resultant municipal restrictions. According to the experts there is little relief in sight. At best we are in for significant swings in water from the skies. In general, collecting roof water can help reduce or eliminate water intrusion into the building as well as provide inventory for future outside water use. Such water is free and the homeowner is free to dispense despite municipal restrictions. We’ll do the design and the math- as well as the installation. We have all the necessary equipment in house.
We acknowledge that some of our clients who pursue a greenhouse may also need help with planting options and design. This can carry outside of the building to the surrounding grounds. We have an excellent landscape specialist and designer that we’ve been partnering with for over 25 years.
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