Eco-friendly construction / Discussions

Where can I find spray hempcrete?

for a 17 story building in Sudbury ON To find Spray hempcrete manufacturers and installers, check here in the Ecohome Professionals and Product Directory - Find Hemp Insulation in the Ecohome Directory  

Posted by Jack Wolofsky Oct. 27, 2024 Wood and organic materials 1 response

Do prefabricated houses that are more energy efficient take longer to build?

Just wondering if building a prefabricated building that is more energy efficient than a similar counter part that is less efficient would take longer to build? The difference in the time it would take to build an energy efficient Prefab Home compared to a code-built less efficient home would be negligable. Any company...

Posted by Ross Breton Oct. 27, 2024 Prefab homes 2 responses

What is the best way to build a slab foundation on a slope?

The grade on the building site drops 8 feet over 72 feet. Is it feasible and cost effective to build three slab foundations that step down in order to deal with the slope. The top foundation would be a for a single story 15 by 24 room. The next level would be a 24 by 24 two story structure and the garage would be at th...

Posted by keri gelenian Nov. 23, 2020 Foundation choices 2 responses