Going green means choosing the right shade. Host Scott Branscom shares his decision. A product showroom offers one-stop shopping for clients. Smart building techniques for high wind zones.
Business Tip:
Rechargeable batteries perform better if they're almost completely discharged before they're put onto the charger. It's called conditioning. It can take up to five cycles for a battery to reach its most proficient performance.
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Building the HGTV Green Home 2008
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Segment 1:
In the News:
- Earth Day is April 22. Organizers are focusing on global warming.
- Studies show homes and other buildings produce nearly half of greenhouse gases that contributed to global warming. Energy efficient homes reduce gases.
- Host Scott Branscom follows the NAHB Green Building Guidelines in building his first green home.
- Newsweek reports that green may be one bright spot for the housing industry.
Resources:
Earth Day
AIA Study
NAHB's Model Green Home Building Guidelines
NAHB Green Building Program
USGBC LEED for Homes
Newsweek: Green is Red Hot
Segment 2:
It's All About Building Products: a new system tat takes some confusion out of solar power, well-planned storage can help to sell a home and a product showroom to make selections easier for clients.
Resources:
Ferguson Showrooms
Schulte Storage
Editor's Choice
SunHydronics SunStation Solar Hot Water System
Product of the Day Sweepstakes
Segment 3:
The Best Practices for doing business better: building stronger in areas where the wind is fierce.
Resources:
BP Wind Zones
http://www.buildiq.com/
Segment 4:
We'll show you how to buy a home improvement franchise and look at the pros and cons of making this business decision.
Resources:
Federal Trade Commission
Handyman Connection
Fran Choice
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