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  • What's To Come?
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    From "Best Built Home"
    episode DBBH-101F


    Host Lynda Lyday visits the Build IQ building science laboratory and discusses the concept of the integrated approach to home building with CEO Michael Dickens in this segment.

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    Michael Dickens explains the "integrated approach" to home building to host Lynda Lyday.
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    Figure A
    The integrated approach is "simply a smart way to design, engineer and build a home," Dickens said. "Take in all the pieces in mind and put them together so they're going to work with much higher performance than homes today."

    Dickens breaks down his company's philosophy concerning integrated construction:

      First take a look at the foundation. Whether you use block or not, you must waterproof well -- and insulate well (figure A). No matter what insulation you use, make sure the builder tightens each nook and cranny.

    • Expanding insulation foam is vital for sealing the home properly.

    • High-performance, energy-efficient windows are a key.

    • Use of engineered trusses that allow not only structure but the services (plumbing, air ducts, etc.).

    • Use good old-fashioned caulk and seal every space possible to create a tight shell.

    In the final Web Extra segment you'll find out how to make your home a well-oiled machine!



    RESOURCES :

    Oakwood Homes
    Phone: 303-486-8500
    Website: www.MoreHouseLessMoney.com

    Hedgewood Properties
    E-mail: sales@hedgewoodhomes.com
    Website: www.hedgewoodhomes.com

    EarthCraft House™

    EarthCraft House is a voluntary green building program of the Greater Atlanta Home Builders Association that serves as a blueprint for healthy, comfortable homes that reduce utility bills and protect the environment. The aim of the program is to help Atlanta's home builders be leaders in smart growth management and environmental stewardship.

    Website: www.earthcrafthouse.com

    Pulte Homes
    Toll-free: 800-777-8583
    Website: www.pulte.com


    GUESTS :

    Paul Kreischer
    Energy Efficiency and Comfort Consultant
    Lightly Treading
    Phone: 303-733-3078
    Website: www.lightlytreading.com

    Rob Johnson
    Energy Efficiency Consultant
    EarthCraft House
    Website: www.earthcrafthouse.com

    Michael Dickens
    CEO, BuildIQ
    Website: www.buildiq.com

  • ALSO IN THIS EPISODE:
  		• Production Building
  		• Better Buying
  		• Building Off-Site
  		• What's To Come?
  		• Web Extra: Your Home, a Well-Oiled Machine