Going Green Questions

Below are questions and answers on going green from homeowners, like you, and green construction experts, such as green home builders, green architects, general contractors, and interior designers. Perhaps you are considering home solar panels or solar heating. Or, maybe you're trying to be more green by using energy efficient appliances and fluorescent or LED lighting. In either case, we have guidance for you! If you don't find the information you are looking for about going green, simply ask one of our experts. It's free and only takes a minute!


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What is a better insulation for green-minded homeowners: shredded blue jeans or spray foam insulation?
Expert Answered by Four Points Consulting Group on Jan 18, 2010

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Can Sherwin-Williams PLEASE change their un-eco-friendly logo?
Expert Answered by Kellogg's Painting on Jun 26, 2010

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Does California's CalGreen legislation that goes into effect January 2011 affect remodels or just new construction?
Posted in Going Green on Jul 9, 2010

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What does low-VOC mean in paints?
Expert Answered by T Paul Sek on Sep 23, 2009

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What is the most cost effective green update you can make for your home?
Expert Answered by Four Points Consulting Group on Oct 29, 2009

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How can I find salvaged wood to use in my home?
Expert Answered by Factory Direct Floors, Inc. on Jan 13, 2010

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Are compost bins worth the trouble?
Posted in Going Green on Nov 8, 2009

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What's more efficient LED lighting or Fluorescent lighting?
Expert Answered by Spectrum Fine Homes, Inc. on Sep 29, 2009

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Which is the considered more green flooring type? Cork or Bamboo
Expert Answered by Coles Fine Flooring on Nov 9, 2009

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Are home solar panels worth it? Need advice of a solar panel expert.
Expert Answered by Spectrum Fine Homes, Inc. on Dec 8, 2009

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What is Trex decking made of? Is Trex a green decking material?
Posted in Going Green on Jun 30, 2010

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Does Icestone or Vetrazzo make better recycled glass countertops?
Expert Answered by Nar Fine Carpentry on Jun 10, 2010

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Can anyone tell me about daylighting or natural light systems, such as those made by Solatube and Velux?
Expert Answered by K-Co Construction on May 28, 2010

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What does it mean if a window is Energy Star qualified?
Expert Answered by Moonworks Home Improvement on Dec 4, 2009

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Are wood burning fireplaces really bad for the environment?
Posted in Going Green on Feb 7, 2012

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Which paint brands have low volatile organic compounds?
Expert Answered by Kellogg's Painting on Feb 1, 2014

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Can some pros or homeowners tell me about vent-free gas fireplace appliances?
Posted in Going Green on Jan 20, 2010

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What is the best way to set up a compost bin?
Expert Answered by Backbay Construction, Inc. on May 29, 2010

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What is a whole house fan? Is this a standard part of an air conditioning system?
Expert Answered by Nar Fine Carpentry on May 25, 2010

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Do ceiling fans really save energy?
Expert Answered by Nar Fine Carpentry on May 10, 2010

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What is the most eco-friendly, green flooring?
Expert Answered by Coles Fine Flooring on Oct 14, 2009

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Any firsthand info on Water Saver Technologies' AQUS Water Recycling System?
Expert Answered by Sloan Valve Company on Jun 10, 2010

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What is your best way of disposing of any extra Latex Paint.
Expert Answered by Kellogg's Painting on Jan 15, 2010

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What are the various tax credits available for green and energy-efficient home improvements and remodels?
Answered by Ryan H on Jan 4, 2010

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What are the best certifications for green construction and green remodeling contractors?
Expert Answered by Spectrum Fine Homes, Inc. on Oct 30, 2009

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What's the most durable green flooring?
Expert Answered by Coles Fine Flooring on Oct 14, 2009

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Can Jean from Timberlake Hardwood Floors or another flooring or green expert tell me more about cork floors?
Expert Answered by Timberlake Hardwood Floors on Oct 14, 2009

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Are there environmental issues with Ipe flooring and furniture?
Expert Answered by Timberlake Hardwood Floors on Oct 13, 2009

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Do Duraflame logs or Pine Mountain java logs burn cleaner?
Posted in Going Green on Jul 9, 2014

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How are the "green" products holding up over time?
Expert Answered by Sean B. Perkins Painting & Restoration on Oct 2, 2009

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What is the most energy efficient lighting?
Expert Answered by Spectrum Fine Homes, Inc. on Sep 29, 2009

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How do SolarCity, SunRun, and Sungevity compare?
Expert Answered by Frank VandePutte on Feb 28, 2012

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Do any contractors or homeowners have an opinion on GE's green Geospring water heater?
Posted in Going Green on Sep 27, 2011

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How can I know a contractor is being environmentally & sustainability minded like they advertise?
Answered by A. M. Pellak Construction, LLC . on Mar 28, 2011

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Can someone tell me about NARI's Green Remodeling Program?
Expert Answered by National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI) on Oct 19, 2009

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How much electricity do new windows save?
Expert Answered by Sean B. Perkins Painting & Restoration on Oct 2, 2009

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What exactly makes a house product green?
Expert Answered by Spectrum Fine Homes, Inc. on Sep 25, 2009

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Im curious about how best to install this foam board insul
Posted in Going Green on Feb 28, 2012

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Reclaimed wood vendors online? Any recommendations?
Posted in Going Green on Jan 14, 2010

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How much does a thermographic inspection with infrared video cost?
Posted in Going Green on Dec 10, 2009

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Do green insulation options, such as Icynene LD-R-50, provide as good insulation as conventional foam or fiberglass insulation?
Posted in Going Green on Sep 13, 2009

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why is China better in less air pollution than US?
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What purpose do water heater pans serve?
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Can I update this recessed light?
Posted in Going Green on Sep 17, 2016

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What do people think of companies like SolarCity, SunRun, and Sungevity?
Posted in Going Green on Oct 18, 2011

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What's going on with federal tax credits for going green?
Posted in Going Green on Jul 9, 2010

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How bad are fireplaces for the environment?
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Any drawbacks to recycled glass countertops?
Posted in Going Green on Jun 9, 2010

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How well do Schuco solar water heaters work? Any non-obvious concerns to be aware of before buying a solar water heater?
Posted in Going Green on May 20, 2010

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How much does shredded blue jean insulation cost?
Posted in Going Green on May 19, 2010