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NYC Buildings 'Must Become Stronger'
A task force examining the effects of Hurricane Sandy suggests changes in how houses are constructed to avoid damage from future storms.
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Water Heater that's also an AC! ATI66 Heat Pump Water Heater Review
I like Heat Pump Water Heaters, they heat water and they throw off cool & dehumidified air! Seems like the perfect product to have inside our Hot Texas homes. See my full review of the AirGenerate ATI 66 gallon HPWH.
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Homebuilders More Optimistic
The index that measures builders' views of market conditions is now at its highest since April 2006.
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Trade Show Giants Join Forces
The International Builders Show and the Kitchen and Bath Industry Show will be merged in a 'mega exhibit' planned in Las Vegas in February
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Census Finds Houses Are Getting Bigger
1 commentMedian square footage of new houses is on the rise as the building industry recovers from its stumble
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How to Make Spray-Can Caps Easier to Remove and Replace
5 commentsTame that reluctant lid on your paint rattle can with a simple modification.
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Self-Taught MBA: Let's Make a Deal
The negotiator's playbook includes a handful of tactics and a few dirty tricks.
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Taking the Environmental Sting Out of Concrete
Roman concrete submerged for the last 2,000 years gives researchers some clues for making a more durable concrete with fewer environmental penalties.
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Tankless vs Tank vs HPWH - 10 Year Costs Estimates - Large Custom Home
4 commentsMost large custom homes that I've seen are relatively in-efficient in their hot water strategy. Many homes above 5000sf have 2+ 75 gal tank water heaters with a circulation pump. I thought this 7000sf home I'm about to break ground on would be a good case study on what some more efficient water heaters might cost over a 10 year period. This is some geeky stuffy...Enjoy! -Matt Risinger
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Builders Gather in Washington
The National Association of Home Builders Legislative Conference urges Congress to back measures that keep the housing recovery going
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Patrick's Barn: Budget and Costs
7 commentsWith the barn moving toward completion, it's time to open the books.
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Building School Completes 'Canada's Greenest Home'
The 2400-sq.-ft. net-zero-energy home includes a composting toilet, nontoxic finishes, many locally sourced materials, and a rainwater collection and filtration system. It's on the market for just under $650,000.
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Supply of Homes Tightens
Home prices climbed nearly 11% in March as buyers competed for a limited number of houses. An improving housing market should be good news for builders.
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Sustainable Forestry Initiative Accused of Greenwashing
In a complaint filed with the Federal Trade Commission, ForestEthics and Greenpeace claim the Sustainable Forestry Initiative violates the FTC's Green Guides and is misleading consumers as it seeks a share of the lucrative certified-lumber market.
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AfterShokz - Jobsite music bliss
AfterShokz headsets allow personal music listening without risking jobsite safety.
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When's the Right Time to Go Out on Your Own?
5 commentsA carpenter who works for a custom-home builder is entertaining thoughts of starting his own remodeling business, but he doesn't know if this is the right time or how to get started.
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How to Run Non-Metallic Sheathed Electrical Cable
3 commentsUse these tips on your next electrical rough-in project to keep your Romex-style cable from getting all kinked.
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Can You Survive a Tornado?
4 commentsLiving in Tornado Alley without a storm shelter is a bit like barreling down the freeway without fastening your seat belt. Never mind the house--what about you and your family?
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Tour 6 Award-Winning Houses
1 commentGet an inside look at each of the 2013 Fine Homebuilding HOUSES Award winners, including the best new home, best remodel, best energy-smart home, best small home, best retirement home, and our editor's choice
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Builders Promote the All-American House
1 commentBuilders in Montana and Delaware pursue web campaigns to increase the use of American-made products in U.S. houses. They cite minimal cost differences, and say even a modest switch in buying habits will mean more jobs here.
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