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Bamboo Flooring

Bamboo has been on the market as a flooring product for 20 years. Due to its reputation for beauty, durability and sustainability, in recent years bamboo has become a favorite among green product consumers. This article will evaluate the environmental impact of bamboo and will touch upon some advantages and disadvantages to choosing bamboo for your home or commercial building projects.

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Heating Homes with Wood Pellet Stoves

My New England Contractor proudly supports heating homes with wood pellet stoves. This highly efficient, environmentally-friendly heating solution can provide homeowners a return on investment in as little as two years. Most wood pellet stoves have a thermal efficiency rating of at least 75%, therefore, they currently qualify for a 30% tax credit up to $1,500. My New England Contractor offers our clients free consultations and estimates for wood pellet stove installations.

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Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED)

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Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) is a national certification system that rewards sustainable building construction, a fast growing sector of the New England economy. The rating system certifies businesses that incorporate eco-friendly construction and development into their properties. It focuses on energy savings, water efficiency, CO2 emissions reduction, and improved indoor air quality. In addition to promoting sustainable development, LEED also advocates healthy environments for building operators and employees.

 

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American Clay: The New “Green” Plaster

May we be so bold as to presume that the majority of you New England home enthusiasts aren’t yet aware of the new, green alternative to plaster? My New England Contractor proudly presents American Clay. Those constructing new walls or ceilings now have an elegant, natural, and eco-friendly wall covering option that promises to deliver a warm southwestern vibe to any home, no matter how bitter the winter.

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Cork Flooring and Wall Covering

Cork is a lightweight, low-density, 100% sustainable resource that can be used in both flooring and wall covering applications. Yes, cork, the same material used to preserve wine since the sixth century B.C. has now been transformed into a highly versatile and sought after interior design product. Cork flooring and wall covering uses solely eco-friendly, water-based and solvent-free pigments, varnishes, finishes, and adhesives. It is the most comfortable non-carpet flooring product on the market. And, it is available in a wide variety of colors, cuts, and patterns, which lends itself to consumers looking to bring real innovation into their interiors by creating bold customized flooring designs.

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Company Overview

My New England Contractor (MNEC) helps home and business owners invest in their properties by supplying honest, talented, and knowledgeable contractors from our growing network of building and trade professionals. We offer free consultations and estimates for all of your home improvement and building needs.

Are you in need of any home improvement or building services? From carpet cleaning to solar hot water installations, My New England Contractor enjoys helping fellow New Englanders with their property investments.

Contact us today if you have any questions about our services and we will get back to you as soon as possible.

Contributing Writers

Dylan Forsyth
Phil Santoro
Lauren Drake Santoro
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