Would it be better to replace an old roof with solar tiles or install panels?

— Marjorie Wax Catonsville, MD

Answered by Harold Remlinger, AIA, LEED AP, NCARB on February 14, 2012

Is the use of concrete in the home bad for your health?

— Julie Lefebvre Cambridge, MA

Answered by Harold Remlinger, AIA, LEED AP, NCARB on February 14, 2012

Should I keep my house at one temperature rather than turning it up and down as I do with my auto thermostat?

— Mary Jane Malko Oyster Bay, NY

Answered by Harold Remlinger, AIA, LEED AP, NCARB on February 13, 2012

How much solar power will I need? We have a tiny cabin and want to get off-grid. We'd use 13,000 watts if everything runs at once.

— John Soliz Rising Star, TX

Answered by Harold Remlinger, AIA, LEED AP, NCARB on February 13, 2012

How much energy is saved by turning down a thermostat even by 1 degree? Is there a statistic available?

— Gerry Jones Hudson, OH

Answered by Michael Holcomb on February 8, 2012

We are looking at carpet. I hear Smartstrand is a good choice. Would you concur?

— Nancy Spokane, WA

Answered by Molly McCabe, AKBD, CGP, CAPS on February 8, 2012

What installation method is recommended for strand bamboo? What are the pros/cons of each option?

— Tasha Pruess Somerset, NJ

Answered by Molly McCabe, AKBD, CGP, CAPS on February 8, 2012

What are the downsides of Advanced Framing Techniques in custom home construction?

— Michael Battaglia Dayton, OH

Answered by Polly Osborne, AIA, LEED AP on February 6, 2012

I cannot live in my house due to offgassing from paints and primer applied over a year ago.

— Bonnie Parker Tucson, AZ

Answered by Joel Hirshberg on February 6, 2012

Can you give me suggestions for the design and planting of a small area?

— Ann Muncie, IN

Answered by Cassy Aoyagi on February 2, 2012

 

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