Green from the Ground Up: Sustainable, Healthy, and Energy-Efficient Home Construction (Builder’s Guide)

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Green construction is the building trend of the decade. In direct response to the growing demand for sustainable, healthy, and energy-efficient homes, David Johnston and Scott Gibson present the most forward-thinking theories and the best proven methods of new and remodeled green construction. They begin with down-to-earth explanations of green building basics and move on to site planning, materials selection, energy efficiency, and indoor air quality — detailing along the way every step in design and construction, from framing to finishes.

A must-have reference for contractors who want to remain competitive, Green from the Ground Up is also a remarkable resource for homeowners who require the clearest and most thorough green building information available.

ASIN ‏ : ‎ 156158973X
Publisher ‏ : ‎ The Taunton Press
Publication date ‏ : ‎ April 1, 2008
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Print length ‏ : ‎ 336 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 9781561589739
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1561589739
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.65 pounds
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6.75 x 0.71 x 9.5 inches
Best Sellers Rank: #601,047 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #203 in Sustainability & Green Design #927 in Home Design & Construction (Books) #1,032 in Do-It-Yourself Home Improvement (Books)
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Customers find this book to be the best on green building, providing comprehensive information on all aspects of construction. They appreciate its practical advice and easy-to-read format, with one customer noting it serves as a great reference manual. The writing style is well-received, and customers consider it a great bargain.