Sunrooms seem like straightforward additions until energy codes get involved. 45 in climate zones 2 to 8, but here's the catch. That sunroom must be physically separated from the rest of your house ...

The model energy codes, in their various forms, have been at the forefront of the discussion regarding building design in recent years. These codes include the International Energy Conservation Code ...

Sprayman, a leading provider of spray foam insulation and sealant solutions, has introduced a comprehensive Compliance Initiative designed to help homeowners and small contractors meet the stringent ...

Updated green codes would add $14,000 to the cost of new homes, Energy Department officials said Friday, adding a significant burden to the already sky-high cost of housing. A new analysis released by ...

Builders have had to wrestle with ever-increasing energy code requirements for almost two decades. Even though the national model energy code, the International Energy Conservation Code (IECC), has ...

PORT ANGELES — State housing, energy and growth-management policies are increasing the cost of construction and affecting the broader economy, builder Greg McCarry told Port Angeles Business ...