Home Innovation Insights

Insider insights on what's going on in the home building industry.

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August 30, 2012

Bound for Net Zero

There are lots of ways to describe a net-zero home. But no matter the terminology, there is a real-world proven methodology that Home Innovation Labs has used successfully with builders and remodelers across the country to achieve net-zero – it could work for you too.

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Energy Performance, Green Building, Building Practices, Insulation, Solar Energy

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August 23, 2012

An Open Invitation to the Home Building Industry

Many know Home Innovation Research Labs for our product testing and certification marks, but here are some examples why we’re much more than just a pretty certification label. The invitation is open – get to know us!

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Tagged:
Building Codes, Building Practices, Building Products, Product Testing, Affordable Homes

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August 16, 2012

Do Customers Really Care About Green?

A recent shopping trip highlighted some very salient elements about marketing "green" to consumers – find out my lessons learned.

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Green Building, Homebuyer Preferences, Marketing

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August 9, 2012

To Vent or Not to Vent - Perhaps No Longer an Option

Mechanical ventilation has become a must-do in most parts of the country with the implementation of the 2012 IECC. What do you need to know?

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Tagged:
Air Sealing Design, Energy Performance, Building Practices

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August 2, 2012

Don't Get Caught in A Tight Spot - Pay Attention to Air Sealing

The Home Innovation is helping builders and manufacturers prepare for more stringent air sealing requirements in the 2012 IECC.

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Air Sealing Design, Building Products, Energy Performance, Insulation