A builder goes green for the very first time: Weekly host Scott Branscom takes on the challenge. Choosing a program and products for a green home. The benefits of green go much further than helping the environment. Can a hybrid work truck handle the load?
Business Tip:
Hybrid work trucks can be fuel-efficient and handle a heavy load.
GMC Hybrid http://www.gmc.com/gmc-hybrid/index.jsp?seo=goo_|_2008_GMC_Retention_|_IMG_GMC_Misc_|_GMC_Hybrid_|_gmc_hybrid_truck
Building the HGTV Green Home 2009 http://www.hgtvpro.com/hpro/pac_ctnt/text/0,2595,HPRO_20196_71261,00.html
Segment 1:
Description:
In the News:
Scott’s Green House:
- Research helps a builder choose a green building program to follow.
- Simple changes to a typical building plan can make the home green.
Resources:
Certified Green Professional http://www.nahbgreen.org/Education/greenprofessional.aspx
Download Green Building Guidelines http://www.nahbgreen.org/Guidelines/nahbguidelines.aspx
Earthcraft House http://www.earthcrafthouse.com/
Scott’s Green House Photo Gallery http://www.hgtvpro.com/hpro/pac_ctnt/text/0,2595,HPRO_20196_71251,00.html?pageref=Photo_Video-951989&vw_arrange_order=DESC&vw_sort_order=MOST_RECENT&pn=1
Segment 2:
Description:
It’s All About Building Products: take a closer look at new products used by a first-time green builder, including an eco-friendly decking that’s designed to last a lifetime.
Resources:
IPE Ironwood http://www.ipedeckingsource.com/
PEX Information http://www.pexinfo.com/
Forest Stewardship Council http://www.fsc.org/
Bora Care Termite Control http://www.boracaretermitecontrol.com/
Product of the Day Sweepstakes http://www.hgtvpro.com/hpro/pac_ctnt/text/0,2595,HPRO_20196_36676,00.html
Segment 3:
Description:
The benefits of building green for the builder and the homeowner.
http://www.buildiq.com/
Segment 4:
Description: how difficult is it to make the switch to green? A first time green builder has a pleasant surprise.
Resources:
Grace Construction http://www.grace-info.com/index.php
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