For information on green building or a free consultation contact Mountain Construction By Stacy Hunt Reprinted from Green Builder Magazine, October 2010, Before I begin, I have a confession to make. I’m an energy bigot. Most of my work is in the energy and environmental construction industry, dealing with engineers, analysts, researchers and policy makers. […]
For more information on building or a free consultation CONTACT US Plan for Solar: Planning for solar before a project gets under way is the key to successfully harnessing the sun. By Tux Turkel Reprinted from Green Builder Magazine, October 2010 greenbuildermag.com After 30 years of living in a home that was hot in summer […]
For more information on GREEN BUILDING or a free consultation CONTACT US Reprinted from NAHB Brochure 12/09 (NOTE: Four members of Mountain Construction’s staff have completed the Certified Green Professional (CGP) training course.) NAHB is helping its members and the building industry move the practice of green building into the mainstream with the NAHB National Green […]
For more information on GREEN BUILDING or a free consultation CONTACT US Reprinted from Newsweek, October 25, 2010, Special Advertising Section For many companies, electricity usage is the primary source of their greenhouse gas emissions. To dramatically reduce these emissions and fight climate change, a growing number of organizations are switching to green power, which […]
For more information on Hearthstone or a free consultation CONTACT US Reprinted from Hearthstone, Inc.’s Construction and Maintenance Manual © 1999 This article outlines the processes involved in the early stages of preparing for your Log or Timber Frame Home. 1. Changes and Revisions We work hard for you in order that your new home will […]
For more information on sustainable building contact Mountain Construction One of the biggest issues in the world today is our reliance of non-renewable energy resources. The United States has made increasing efforts to denounce its dependency on foreign oil and create new sources of alternative energy. The largest contributor to global warming has been the […]
For more information on building or a free consultation CONTACT US Sustainable Wood Products: Reclaimed Lumber One eco-friendly option when searching for sustainable wood products is the use of reclaimed wood. Reclaimed lumber involves the use of wood products previously used in the construction of old structures that are commonly disposed of during the demolition […]
For more information on building or a free consultation by MOUNTAIN CONSTRUCTION please CONTACT US Most lumber products used in the construction of homes can travel thousands of miles before reaching the job site. Southeastern United States is home to some of the most beautiful species of lumber. White pine, oak, and cypress are just […]
For more information on GREEN BUILDING or a free consultation please call MOUNTAIN CONSTRUCTION In 2007, North Carolina took an important first step toward adopting policies that will allow the development of a sustainable energy economy, which has resulted in the creation of thousands of jobs and increased investment, opportunity and innovation in communities across […]
SEPTIC PERMITTING BACKGROUND INFORMATION: Most cities, towns and single and multi family developments have water supply and sewer treatment plants. If you are in a community with a sewer treatment plant you may have a “tap on” fee for the disposal of the water and sewer waste from your home. If you are in a […]