Get started
Sign In
EDUCATION HUB
Online courses
For homeowners
For professionals
Special offers
INFORMATION
Satisfaction policy
Frequently asked questions
BUILDING GUIDE
ASK THE EXPERTS
Planning and Design Questions
Foundation and Basement Questions
Wall and Roof Questions
Mechanical Systems Questions
Interior Finishing Questions
Exterior Finishing Questions
LATEST SUSTAINABILITY NEWS
Policy and Building Code News
Products and Materials News
Design News
Climate Change News
Renewable Energy News
Urban Planning News
Energy Efficiency News
Transportation News
Health and Well-being News
Architecture News
LEED Certification News
Planning and Design
Lifestyle, location and commuting
Grants and incentives
Mortgage financing and taxation
Building codes
Green building certifications
Concept and design
Off-grid and Net-Zero Housing
Materials and resources
Architecture and plan design
How to Find Qualified Green Building Professionals
Healthy indoor air quality
Waste management
Real estate
Foundations and Basements
Excavation
Radon in Homes - Mitigation
New foundations and slab-on-grade
Foundation and basement improvements
Waterproofing and drainage
Walls and Roofs
Wall assemblies - new construction
Wall assemblies - renovation
Air and vapour barriers
Insulation and soundproofing
Windows and doors
Roof assemblies - new construction
Roof assemblies - renovation
Roof coverings
Exterior cladding
Pest control
Mechanical systems
Heating and cooling
Ventilation
Plumbing and water heaters
Electricity
Renewable energy
Interiors
Walls and ceilings - interior surfaces
Flooring and stairs
Paints, finishes and natural coatings
Doors and trim
Kitchens
Bathrooms
Basement finishing
Interior design and furnishing
Cleaning and maintenance
Recycling and composting
Exteriors
Decks, porches and gazebos
Permeable laneways and patios
Landscaping
Rainwater Collection & Watering
Rainwater harvesting
Food production
Natural swimming pools and ponds
Greenhouses and Sunrooms / Solariums
FIND INSPIRATION
Project photos
Find ideas for sustainable & beautiful home renovations & building green homes
Green home projects
See sustainable homes that Ecohome has showcased over the last few years
Prefab kit eco homes
Find Net Zero prefab LEED & Passive House ready kit homes for sale
Green homes for sale
Sustainable homes for sale, green certified to LEED, Passive House or Zero Net Energy (ZNE)
Net Zero Energy Homes - Case Study
Showcasing a pilot project of 35 Net Zero Energy Ready homes built in 2021 in a cold climate
FIND PROFESSIONALS
FIND PRODUCTS
Back to Guides
Categories
Planning and Design
Foundations and Basements
Walls and Roofs
Mechanical systems
Interiors
Exteriors
Discussions
235 - 252 of 854 Posts
How much space is needed to build a single level 3 room 750 sq foot home?
Posted by Gillian Batcher
Sept. 18, 2021
Concept and design
1 response
What is the best way to insulate a crawl space?
Posted by Murray Kipp
Sept. 17, 2021
Crawl spaces
1 response
What gauge of steel should I use for Gabion wall cage basket?
Posted by Jan Simms
Sept. 16, 2021
Landscaping
2 responses
Should I use vapor barrier on ceiling of a three season cottage?
Posted by Erica Pennell
Sept. 14, 2021
Wall assemblies - renovation
1 response
What kind of foam board should I use to insulate rim joists in Wisconsin?
Posted by Matt Kime
Sept. 12, 2021
Basements improvements
1 response
What is the best non toxic insulation for a house?
Posted by Jude Smith
Sept. 10, 2021
Insulation and soundproofing
1 response
Where can I purchase hemp insulation and what is the lead time?
Posted by Nancy McEnery
Sept. 8, 2021
Insulation and soundproofing
1 response
How do I apply for the Canada grant to get renovations done?
Posted by Debbie Brown
Sept. 7, 2021
Grants and incentives
1 response
Are your prefab kit homes available in Central Florida?
Posted by Johali Mathews
Sept. 6, 2021
Architecture and plan design
1 response
How do I find a filter for a Venmar air purifier with HEPA filter?
Posted by Julie Levy
Sept. 3, 2021
Healthy indoor air quality
1 response
How do you stop air leaks in an old 1950's house?
Posted by Don Fraser
Sept. 3, 2021
Air and vapour barriers
1 response
What is the best way to insulate a 1930s brick house from the outside?
Posted by Stephane Marcotte
Sept. 2, 2021
Wall assemblies - renovation
2 responses
What is the best method of repairing joists in a low crawl space?
Posted by deb bino
Sept. 1, 2021
Crawl spaces
3 responses
What type of hrv system should I put in a 4 year old home?
Posted by Ellen Murray Zappone
Sept. 1, 2021
HRV and ERV
1 response
Are there Eco home prefab house models to visit and view?
Posted by Roelof Cronje
Aug. 31, 2021
Architecture and plan design
1 response
Is installing a venting skylight to release hot air from my a home a good idea?
Posted by Fred Velsen
Aug. 28, 2021
Ventilation
1 response
How can I insulated the outside walls of a workshop without doing harm?
Posted by Charley Nelson
Aug. 27, 2021
Wall assemblies - renovation
3 responses
What experience do you have with techno piles?
Posted by Rob DesBaillets
Aug. 26, 2021
New foundations and slab-on-grade
3 responses
Previous
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
Next
Back
An error occurred. Sorry for the inconvenience.
Close
Cancel
Confirm