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  • A picture of a hand being placed up to an open air vent in a house with gaps between the drywall and the air vent, letting hot attic hot air leaking into the house.

    Does Air Duct Sealing Work? (With Project Cost Estimates)

    Air duct sealing is one surefire way to decrease your monthly energy bill and increase your home’s energy efficiency. Whether you choose to perform the inspection and air sealing yourself or hire a professional, the energy savings will far outweigh the upfront costs of the project.

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  • Air sealing your home increases energy efficiency and decreases energy bills. Finding and fixing the air leakage points is the key to maintaining a more efficient home.

    Home Air Sealing: Fix These 6 Common Leaky Areas for Savings

    Air sealing your home increases energy efficiency and decreases energy bills. Finding and fixing the air leakage points is the key to maintaining a more efficient home.

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    DIY These 5 Budget Home Air Sealing Products to Save Money

    Air sealing your home is a low-cost way to save money on your energy bills and increase the efficiency of your home. No matter where you live or how old your home is, there are likely ways to improve the air sealing of your home.

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  • A woman is installing the red fabric part of a blower door test in the doorway of a living room.

    Blower Door Tests in Florida: Are You Required To Get One?

    Building a new house in Florida? Here’s what you need to know about blower door test requirements.

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  • A picture of a blue Tesla Model 3 in front of our white-painted net-zero house with solar panels on the roof, and palm trees around the yard.

    16 Reasons Why You Should Definitely Not Lease Solar Panels

    Leasing solar panels can be a tempting option. But there are a lot of compelling reasons not to. In this article, we tackle 16 reasons, along with personal stories, about why it’s probably not a good idea.

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  • A picture of a modern California home with solar panels on top and a for sale sign out front that says "Solar Home"

    Do Homes With Solar Sell Faster? (What The Research Says)

    If you’re still considering whether or not to install solar panels, you may be wondering whether they’ll help you to sell your home faster if and when you decide to…

    Read More Do Homes With Solar Sell Faster? (What The Research Says)Continue

  • A picture of a large utility-level solar array with solar panels mounted on the ground, and a bright sunny sky in the background.

    How Fast is The Solar Energy Industry Growing in the USA?

    Without a doubt, the growth of the solar industry is really picking up steam and there appears to be no turning back from here, given the lower cost and mass adoption rate. See how solar is growing across the U.S., and what states are growing the fastest.

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  • A picture of two solar panels together with light snow covering them. Written in the snow is "clean me", indicating the need to brush off the snow.

    Solar Panels In Winter and Cold Climates: Do They Work?

    I’m sure you’ve seen on TV or online that solar panels are the new green energy source for your home. You can use them to power your house, heat water, and even generate electricity! But do they actually work in winter and cold climates? The answer might surprise you.

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  • A picture of the window installer drilling screws into the frame of our new Energy Star hurricane impact windows on our net-zero solar energy home.

    Net-Zero vs Conventional Construction: How They’re Different

    Ever wonder what the differences are between a home built for net-zero energy versus conventional construction methods? We dive in here, and compare the old methods to what’s undoubtedly going to become the standard in the near future.

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    21 of Florida’s Best Green Homebuilders: Why We Like Them

    It’s an exciting time in your life, as you’ve decided to get your own home built in the beautiful, sunny state of Florida. You want your new property to be…

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    Net-Zero vs Passive House: What Are the Similarities and Differences?

    There are many differences between a passive house and a net-zero house. We dive into the definitions, studies, and even our own case study to show these two known goals of building and renovating energy efficient homes.

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  • A picture of the doorway with a blower door test attached in our attainable net zero energy solar home. The door is opened with the testing machine creating an airtight seal and a fan inside it.

    The Many Benefits of a Blower Door Test: Don’t Skip This Step

    A blower door test is a simple, inexpensive way for you to know how airtight your home is and what you can do about it. Read this article and learn the benefits of doing a blower door test as well as how to get started!

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      • Energy Audits & Efficiency Testing
      • ERVs and HRVs
      • Heat Pump Hot Water Heaters
      • Hurricane Ties/Straps
      • Hurricane Protection
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      • Radiant Barriers
      • Vapor Barriers
    • Economics & Monetary System
    • Florida Green Building Resources
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      • Accessory Dwelling Units [ADUs]
      • Shipping Container Homes
      • Electric Vehicles [EVs]
      • Green Homebuilding
      • Healthy Homes
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      • Hurricane Protection
      • ICF Construction
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