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Strawbale Homes in the Tucson Real Esate Market

Strawbale building construction is still a specialty home technology even for a progressive sustainable building market like Tucson. This does not mean Strawbale homes on unavailable in the Tucson real estate market, they are. If you would like a list of Strawbale built homes in Tucson or for us to show you the properties personally then just with us.

The “7 Essential Steps to Straw Bale Success” Minicourse

Every day for a week you will receive an information packed lesson in strawbale building. This is a free course you just need to sign-up with your email. learn more ...


Heating - Outside Air Source for Combustion

Combustion units for heating buildings benefit from drawing combustion air directly from the outside using sealed and insulated ductwork. The advantages of this are two-fold: 1) conservation of warm indoor room air; and 2) reduced infiltration of cold outside air through cracks in windows, doors, and elsewhere in the building envelope learn more ...


Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning

HVAC accounts for 40% to 60% of the energy used in U.S. commercial and residential buildings. This represents an opportunity for energy savings using proven technologies and design concepts. learn more ...


Radiant Floor Heat

Radiant floor heating can be extremely cost-effective and comfortable. There are three types of radiant floor heat: radiant air floors, electric radiant floors, and hot water radiant floors. Hot water radiant floors, or hydronic systems, are the most cost-effective systems for homes or buildings in heating-dominated climates. learn more ...


 

 

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Strawbale Homes

Strawbale homes can be comfortable and can manage moisture effectively when designed and constructed properly. They use low embodied energy and low-toxicity building materials which are usually available locally.
Strawbale Homes

Instantaneous Water Heaters

Easy economic savings can accrue from on-demand water heaters. Instead of storing hot water, on-demand heaters produce hot water only when it's needed.
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Energy Efficient Windows

Significant economic savings can come from modern windows. Unless recently upgraded, your windows are likely a major source of heat loss.
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Programmed Thermostat

saves energy by offering 4 convenient, pre-programmed temperature settings...
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Sealing the Home

is important not only for energy savings, but also for protecting your home from the damaging effects of moisture....
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Efficient Appliances

Both immediate and indirect economic savings can come from energy-efficient appliances such as refrigerators, horizontal-axis washing machines,...
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