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ToolBase TechSpecs provide technology summaries in an easy-to-read, downloadable format.ToolBase provides a multitude of green resources.

Building Systems

Selected innovative building products, processes, and systems that can produce safer, more energy efficient homes at a lower cost and higher quality.

Appliances
Doors
Electrical/Electronics
Exterior Walls
Floors
Foundations
Heating, Ventilating, and Air Conditioning
Interior Partitions and Ceilings
Landscaping
Plumbing
Roofs
Sitework
Whole-House Systems
Windows

Best Practices

Information to help builders and remodelers run efficient, profitable businesses that result in high quality homes.

Business Management
Codes, Regulations, & Standards
Construction Waste
Failure Prevention
Job Site Safety
Quality Resources for Builders

Construction Methods

Technologies & processes for various types of construction.

Concrete Construction
Manufactured Housing
Steel Framing
Wood Framing

News

Energy-Saving Tips for Homeowners

Simple conservation measures can reduce energy use as much as 20% for little or no up-front cost.

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ToolBase TechSpecs: Permeable Pavement

This overview of permeable pavement provides basic information on costs, benefits, considerations, and additional resources.

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Environmentally Green... Economically Green: Tools for a Green Land Development Program

Information for local-level practitioners who want to incorporate green land development practices into their work.

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