A green roof or a living roof is an earth-friendly roofing alternative to traditional roofing systems. Standard roofing materials are replaced by native grasses, plants, shrubs, and trees. A waterproof membrane between the structure and the soil protects the roof… Read More »
Green roofs can be traced back thousands of years, the modern version of sustainable roofing emerging in the 1960s. Over the past six decades, green roofs for both residential and commercial buildings have gained popularity in Europe and North America.… Read More »
Gutters protect your home – the roof from leaks, the foundation from cracks, and window and door frames from wood rot. While vinyl and aluminum gutters remain popular choices for gutter materials for many homes, steel is proving to be… Read More »
While steel gutters have been the popular choice from commercial and industrial buildings, over the last few years, steel gutters residential installations have increased in demand. Homeowners have discovered some distinct advantages of a steel gutter system, including cost-effectiveness, durability,… Read More »
Today’s savvy homeowner looks for ways to reduce their family’s carbon footprint, invests in eco-friendly products, and observes earth-friendly home maintenance guidelines. Sustainable siding is a smart choice for homeowners because it is durable, long-lasting, easy to maintain, and cost-effective.… Read More »
Open the door to the cabinet underneath your kitchen sink. How many different types of cleaning solutions and products are there? Finding ways to make our homes greener such as using fewer products containing toxins and reducing the amount of… Read More »
You want to go green but with so many siding options – wood shingles, composite wood, vinyl, aluminum, cement fiber – there is such a wide range of siding materials to choose from it can be a little confusing. In… Read More »
Green homes that incorporate features designed to reduce impact on the environment are becoming a main concern with many home buyers and home owners. This includes siding options that are eco friendly or energy efficient. Anything that is manufactured will… Read More »
Green homes are a growing trend as many of us try to find more ways to be kinder to our planet. When deciding on which type of siding is best for your home, it might be difficult to select the… Read More »
