Green Building and Remodeling For Dummies

About this book

"Your hands-on, practical guide to the materials and construction methods of green building Want to build responsibly and help preserve the environment? This friendly, step-by-step guide introduces you to key facets of green building and remodeling, from looking at long-term costs to working with green professionals to reducing energy and water use. Open the book and find: The benefits of going green; Green material substitutions; Where to locate green professionals; Ten green things you can do in your home today"--EBL.