It seems that with the growing cost of living (and everything else now) that “going green” is not as much a conservationist’s endeavor. Green building is the future of home construction, while not only utilizing recycled materials, it also cuts down on energy costs for the consumer.
Swafford Construction emphasizes energy efficiency on new home construction and remodeling projects to ensure lower utility cost and the need for long-term maintenance.
We promote products made from recycled material and reclaimed lumber products, we also recycle old building materials; glass, wood, metals, etc.
It is also our job to ensure a low percentage of construction waste of raw materials.
Please click the link below that will take you to the NAHB website to read a little about Green Building practices.
http://nahbgreen.org/About/greenhomebuilding.aspx
About the Nation Association of Home Builders (cont. from Home)
The National Association of Home Builders is a Washington-based trade association representing more than 235,000 members involved in home building, remodeling, multifamily construction, property management, subcontracting, design, housing finance, building product manufacturing and other aspects of residential and light commercial construction. Known as "the voice of the housing industry," NAHB is affiliated with more than 800 state and local home builders associations around the country. NAHB's builder members construct about 80 percent of the new homes constructed each year, making housing one of the largest and most powerful engines of economic growth in the country.
Keeping it Local
Swafford Construction is a committed local company. By making it a point to operate with materials provided by local vendors and companies, we are ensuring the sustainability of the Chattanooga area, and cutting costs for the client.
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