Entries Tagged as 'efficient'

Vinyl Replacement Windows – Tax Savings on Energy Efficient Vinyl Windows


Act now on replacing your home windows with energy efficient vinyl windows, the federal home improvement tax credit is ending soon! Call Paramount Improvements today at 800-288-4385 for a free vinyl window replacement estimate in your area. We serve most of the lower peninsula of Michigan, the surrounding areas of Indianapolis, Indiana and Chicago, Illinois.

The Concrete House: Building Solid, Safe & Efficient with Insulating Concrete Forms

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Prospective homeowners will welcome this introduction to a durable, energy-efficient new building technology: insulating concrete forms (ICFs). Written by a top expert in the field, and organized in an accessible question-and-answer form, it will help homebuyers decide whether an ICF is right for them and how to get the most for their money. Every aspect of planning and construction is covered, from exactly what an ICF is to the intricacies of building a concrete ho… More >>

Solar Powered Energy Efficient Rammed Earth Home


The historic town of Mesilla, New Mexico is located next to the city of Las Cruces, New Mexico in Southern New Mexico. A perfect setting to create history. Soledad Canyon Earth Builders mission is to build homes that will be historic homes. Homes that will last through many generations. Bill Perry and Sally Williams home located in Mesilla will be one of these homes. The home was completed in 2006. It is situated on five acres with the all coveted view of the Organ Mountain from most rooms in the home. Construction began in 2005. It is a 3445 square foot home with an 852 sq. ft. garage and 604 sq. ft. of portals. The homes electrical usage is powered by the sun. Sixteen Photovoltaic solar panels are mounted on the roof of the home gathering the sun to generate electricity. Enjoy the tour—look for those 18 rammed earth walls.