Many people associate building a green home with a home that is a healthier home for their families, and that's how it should be. As Dallas green home builders, we know that a healthy home is one that is as free as possible of toxic materials, and provides the best possible environment for those who live in it. Perhaps you have heard that indoor air is up to 10 times more toxic than outdoor air - sadly, it's true! While your home is your refuge, many traditionally built … [Read more...]
Dallas Green Home Builders Talk About What Green Really Means
Many people want to do what they can to improve the environment for future generations, which includes building a "green" or eco-friendly home. The problem is, most don't really know just what this means. What makes a home green? As Dallas green home builders, we hope to answer a few of your questions below, so that you understand what it really means for a home to be green. Essentially, a home that's considered "green" is one that is environmentally friendly and … [Read more...]
Dallas Custom Home Builders: What’s A HERS Rating & What Does It Mean?
At Bud Bartley Homes, we realize that many people who are interested in custom home building in the Dallas area have no idea what some of the terms we builders use actually mean. For instance, while you may have heard the term "HERS rating," you may have no idea what that means. As a trusted custom home builder in Dallas for more than thirty years, we believe in thoroughly educating potential homeowners about these terms, so they understand how important "green" building … [Read more...]
