Green building touches every aspect of construction, from site selection, demolition, construction and material installation. With SoCal Contractor you have the option to make a difference for your family, your company, your health and the planet. Our Green building services focus on three main areas:
Energy Efficiency: Currently this is the most popular aspect of green building. In addition to saving the environment, everyone likes to save money on utility bills. Whether your project includes healthy insulation, solar panels, green roofs, geothermal pumps, wind power, grey water systems, Xeriscape landscaping or energy efficient appliances and windows, SoCal Contractor can help you make your project more efficient.
Conservation of Natural Resources: Conventional construction methods are filled with waste from the point of demolition throughout installation to completion. 30% of the waste stream is filled with precious resources from construction sites. Today there are many different construction materials and techniques that recycle, reuse and reduce the natural resources needed in your project. SoCal Contractor is an expert in using sustainable methods and materials and does so in every project.
Indoor Air Quality: We spend 90% of our time indoors, and It is proven that indoor air quality is 40% worse than outdoor air quality. Poor construction and maintenance of a building can lead to leaks, mold and mildew. Furthermore, the fumes that come from many conventional materials in the building, known as "offgassing", are often carcinogenic. We believe your home or business should be a safe haven from pollution and toxins and recommend materials that are suitable for a healthy environment.
Energy Efficiency: Currently this is the most popular aspect of green building. In addition to saving the environment, everyone likes to save money on utility bills. Whether your project includes healthy insulation, solar panels, green roofs, geothermal pumps, wind power, grey water systems, Xeriscape landscaping or energy efficient appliances and windows, SoCal Contractor can help you make your project more efficient.
Conservation of Natural Resources: Conventional construction methods are filled with waste from the point of demolition throughout installation to completion. 30% of the waste stream is filled with precious resources from construction sites. Today there are many different construction materials and techniques that recycle, reuse and reduce the natural resources needed in your project. SoCal Contractor is an expert in using sustainable methods and materials and does so in every project.
Indoor Air Quality: We spend 90% of our time indoors, and It is proven that indoor air quality is 40% worse than outdoor air quality. Poor construction and maintenance of a building can lead to leaks, mold and mildew. Furthermore, the fumes that come from many conventional materials in the building, known as "offgassing", are often carcinogenic. We believe your home or business should be a safe haven from pollution and toxins and recommend materials that are suitable for a healthy environment.
Thanks to a growing market of green construction products, building green no longer means breaking the bank. The cost of many materials are in line with conventional products. Making green even more attractive, many local, state and federal government incentives are offered for installing energy efficient products. Some of the following may be eligible:
- Low E3 Windows and Doors
- Sky Lights & Solar Tubes
- Solar Systems (Attic Fans, Water Heater, Power Grid, etc.)
- Earth Friendly Insulation (Cellulose, Recycled Denim, etc.)
- Energy Star Appliances
- Tankless Water Heaters
- Wood Frame Alternatives (Structured Insulated Panels, Engineered Studs)
- Grey Water Systems
- Low or No VOC Paint
- Reclaimed and Sustainably Harvested Wood (Frame, hardwood floors, Furniture, etc.)
- Improved Concrete with Fly Ash
- Radiant Heating
- Green Landscaping