Case Studies

Building Synergy in Bidding Process
A homebuilder in the Madison Area specialized in building green for clients but was constantly struggling with ways to incorporate all the desires of his clients against the reality of new construction costs.
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Synergy.pdf


Improving HVAC Costs and Performance Through Building Envelope Changes
HVAC contractors have many different ways for sizing HVAC equipment. Some look at a job and tell you the necessary size. Others take a little more trouble and maybe "weigh" the plans, count windows, or use the area of the house in an effort to estimate HVAC loads more accurately.
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envelope.pdf


Making intangible features and upgrades tangible for buyers
For a major production builder in Houston, moving from entry-level homes to second time (or more) home buyers in an extremely competitive market was challenging at first. But the builder quickly created a simple strategy for success: focus on selling the benefits of healthier indoor air quality. At the time, Houston was reeling from the latest mold issues and there was high top-of-mind awareness of the issues with air quality within a home.
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Environmental Changes Reduce Health Symptoms for Family
Healthy Homes was hired by a family in Waunakee to investigate the air quality of a new home. The family consisted of two adults and three small children. The family spent a fair amount of time in the home.
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environment.pdf report


Eggert’s Green Remodel

Tom and Joan Eggert’s house was busting at the seams. Built in 1960... Click here for more EggertDesc.pdf