Welcome to AboutHomeOwners.com - directory of homeowner sites, house Construction, maintenance, energy efficiency, automation, air quality, pest control, remodeling, redecorating and more.
Web-driven home-building project. This experiment in Internet-enabled, residential construction will explore the growing toolbox of Internet-based options for homebuilders and consumers.
Describes their hands-on home design and building classes for owner/builders, architecture courses for student credit. Located in Vermont. Photographs of projects in progress, list of links to information for owner/builders.
Report on the latest improvements that increase efficiency in appliances. Current lobbying efforts to enact more efficient standards for central air conditioners, clothes washers, flourescent ballasts and water heaters.
Energy saving tips to beat the heat, the Energy Smart University teaches about energy use, energy industry deregulation, and energy efficiency. Tools to conduct a home Energy Analysis.
Voluntary initiative that seeks to accelerate the creation and widespread use of advanced technologies to improve the quality, durability, environmental performance, energy efficiency, and affordability of housing.
Resource on using cellulose insulation and moisture barriers in attics, walls, and basements to improve safety, comfort, fuel conservation and environmental health in old and new homes. Principles, practice, solutions, case studies, and do it yourself advice.
