Sustainable / Discussions

Do you have prefab homes for Northern California?

Single level, 1400 to 1700 sq. Ft.,3 bedrooms, 2 - 3 baths. Plentifull windows, fire resistive construction. To find local manufacturers and builders of prefab homes for California, see Prefab Homes in the Ecohome Directory. If you toggle in your location you will get a list of companies that service your local area. I...

Posted by Susan Spott March 25, 2025 Prefab homes 1 response

What is the best way to renovate and make a self sustaining eco friendly family house?

Good Day, I just bought a 2.5 acres property house in Thorne Quebec. I would like to renovate the house to its maximum potential including solar panels to be the most energy efficient and eco friendly house possible. Could you steer me in the right direction? contractors, incentives, plans Thank you in advance To deter...

Posted by Emmanuel Sylvestre Aug. 31, 2020 Concept and design 1 response

Compared to pre-fab wall assemblies - how does ICF Construction fare?

I'm evaluating several wall construction methods like ICF blocks, Double stud walls, and pre-built wall assemblies.  What can you tell me about your experience with ICF construction compared to pre-fab wall assemblies? Are there Prefab companies in Ontario/Quebec who recommend siting homes on an ICF basement for exampl...

Posted by Shaun B Nov. 12, 2019 Wall assemblies - new construction 2 responses