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Green building and remodeling for dummies

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  • Publisher:
    John Wiley & Sons, Inc., 2008
    Note: This book was purchased with support from the Government of Canada's Social Development Partnerships Program - Disability Component.

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  • Edition: 1 ed.
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    2008
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    Want to build responsibly, reduce waste and help preserve the environment? Green Building and Remodeling For Dummies is your friendly, step-by-step guide to every facet of this Earth-friendly method of construction. Building a home — even a green home — uses plenty of resources and energy. This practical, hands-on book shows you how to build or remodel conscientiously, whether your dream home is a simple remodel or a brand-new multimillion-dollar mansion. You’ll start by identifying green materials and sizing up potential systems and construction sites. You’ll weigh the pros and cons of popular green building methods and identify opportunities for saving money in the long run. Need to find some green professionals to assist you in your venture? We’ll help you do that, too. This book will also help you discover how to: *Understand the lifecycle of building materials *Choose the right system for your green building project *Put together a green team *Work within your budget *Use green building methods and sustainable systems *Speed construction and reduce energy use and waste *Refinish old fixtures and materials *Beware of asbestos and lead-paint hazards *Avoid costly mistakes Complete with lists of 10 green things to do on every project and 10 things you can do right now in your home in order to go green, Green Building and Remodeling For Dummies is your one-stop guide to planning and building the home you’ve always wanted.

    Original Publisher: Hoboken, NJ, Wiley Publishing Incorporated
    Language(s): English
    ISBN: 9781118051863