Homeowner Education

The latest news, tips, and tricks for homeowners

Indoor airPLUS

Indoor airPLUS is a voluntary partnership and labeling program that helps new home builders improve the quality of indoor air by requiring construction practices and

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ICAT Recessed Lighting

ICAT recessed light fixtures are rated both to safely come in contact with insulation and are better airsealed. ICAT is an acronym for Insulation Contact/AirTight.

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HardiPlank

HardiPlank is a type of fiber-cement siding, as it is comprised of cellulose fibers and cement-like components

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Foam Insulation

Spray foam insulation can create an airtight seal that’s 24 times less permeable to air infiltration. It can also provide a moisture barrier, keeping water

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Fiberglass Siding

It has many of the advantages of vinyl siding and fewer disadvantages, but is usually more expensive. … It has the same profile as wood

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Fiber Cement

is a composite building and construction material, used mainly in roofing and facade products because of its strength and durability.

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Cost-plus Contract

A cost-plus contract is an agreement that specifies the client will pay the contractor for construction expenses detailed in the contract, plus an additional percentage

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Corrective Work

Corrective work consists of any maintenance or repairs a buyer requests to be completed before closing on a house or building.

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