In order to guide our clients effectively through the building process, we offer:
- Preliminary site review and estimates to determine project feasibility
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Ongoing constructability reviews
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Collaboration and partnering with the owner, architect and engineer
- Permit procurement
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Loan assistance (especially important with alternative building systems)
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Experience with owner-builder and sweat equity owner involvement
Green building options we can help you with:
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Straw bale construction
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Green or living roofs
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Structural insulated panel (SIP) construction
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FSC-certified framing lumber
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Recycled and sustainably harvested redwood and other trim woods
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Low or no VOC paints
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High percentage fly ash concrete
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Passive design to reduce mechanical heating and cooling needs
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Solar water heating and photovoltaic electrical system
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Low toxicity building materials for cleaner indoor air quality