Social Media Do's and Don'ts» General http://steverosenbaum.com Steve Rosenbaum discusses Social Media Do's and Don'ts for Business Wed, 30 Nov 2011 15:58:34 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1 Shrink your Energy Bill, Save Money and Earn a Home Tax Credit all at Once http://steverosenbaum.com/shrink-your-energy-bill-save-money-and-earn-a-home-tax-credit-all-at-once http://steverosenbaum.com/shrink-your-energy-bill-save-money-and-earn-a-home-tax-credit-all-at-once#comments Wed, 16 Jul 2008 11:28:18 +0000 admin http://bmcwest-centex.com/today/?p=3

The Solex Attic Fan reduces heat gain! The Solex Attic Fan can vent up to 1,275 cfm of hot air during the summer.
By reducing the amount of radiant heat that is conducted by the ceiling, heat gain within the interior can be dramatically reduced.
Attic temperatures can reach 170° F or more in the summer. That translates to ceiling temperatures of 100° F or more.
By venting heat within the attic before it is conducted by the ceiling, ceiling temperatures can be lowered by 10°-30° F. Interior room temperatures can be lowered by 5°-15° F.
Lower room temperatures also increase the life of wall coverings, floor coverings, furniture and other home furnishings. Over time, lowering home maintenance expenses can save you money as well.
There is also a tax credit for energy efficient homes. Remember: heat is the enemy-except when you’re cold.
BMC West is the exclusive dealer for Solex Attic Fans. Contact your BMC West salesperson, or steve.rosenbaum@bmcwest.com today for more information.
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There is a lot of confusion about what exactly constitutes “Green Building”. Builders and remodelers are faced with choosing between competing certifications such as the National Association of Home Builders’(NAHB) new National Green Building Standard, and the U.S. Green Building Council’s LEED rating system.

While LEED has been around for longer, it was initially designed for commercial buildings and is being updated to include residential. The NAHB program, however, was designed specifically for residential builders and is better suited for their needs. The Pro Builder website has 2 great articles explaining the programs and summarizing the differences.

Make sure to read Green Goods: What’s in a Key Section of NAHB’s New Green Building Standard and Green Goods: How LEED for Homes Most Affects Dealers.

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