Selecting a Water Heater
I am looking at updating the heating and water heating systems in a rental home I recently…See More
Samuel Strickland's Blog Posts Tagged 'green' (2)
Portland’s First Passive House (Passiv Haus)
Jake Staub and Sonia Barrantes, two veteran former U.S. Navy Test Pilots in Portland, and Chris Corson, of EcoCor Design/Build in Belfast, have embarked on Portland’s first Passive House journey set to break ground in Spring 2012.
For Staub and Barrantes, the Passive House, or Passiv Haus for…
ContinueAdded by Samuel Strickland on May 24, 2012 at 8:08am — No Comments
A Solar House with Soul in Wiscasset, Maine
A brand new passive solar house completes the first piece of a long held dream for homeowner Jason Peacock. A builder and LEED Accredited Professional, B.A. Jason also works at Maine Green Building Supply where he has honed his sustainable knowledge. Passionate about green, when Jason bought 36 acres of land just outside of Wiscasset, Maine he had a very specific vision in mind.…
Added by Samuel Strickland on May 23, 2012 at 1:45pm — No Comments
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I have a client with 16) 4" halogen recessed light fixtures in the attic.I'd like to cover the cans…See More
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Bob Blanchette replied to Jose Macho's discussion Why Are Energy-Saving Home Inprovements Down??"You make some valid points, especially with the base rate charges. Increasing the base rate instead…"
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