Researching a Quality Home®

IBACOS' demonstration home provided the opportunity to research, evaluate, and test new systems and methods used to design and build homes to higher levels of performance. This article illustrates the key areas of construction where quality and performance decisions were made.

The Value of Trades

A common builder complaint is a shortage of trades. By proactively attracting and maintaining the supply of the trades average builders can be top builders. But what makes a truly good builder when it comes to dealing with trades and contractors?

Communicating Energy Efficient Technology to Consumers

Consumers may not know it, but the comfortable homes they enjoy are a result of energy efficient practices. By connecting end results like room comfort to energy efficiency you can explain the benefits of energy efficient technology to your customers.

Best Practices: Brick Veneer

Brick veneer is a porous material. Both air and water can penetrate it, allowing moisture to move toward the wood framed walls of a home. Moisture management techniques are critical if you're working with brick veneer.

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