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Green Building
Green Building aims to create structures that are durable, environmentally friendly, and comfortable. It should take into account the complete system including energy and resources used in extraction, manufacturing, maintenance and use of the structure, and the re-use and disposal of all materials involved. There are many design factors and alternative materials available that contribute to more sustainable construction for the long term good of our planet and the future generations who will inhabit it. The following are some of the guidelines and alternatives we are using at TreadLight Construction to further our goal to create more energy and resource-efficient, healthy homes and commercial buildings.

A. Site
	1. Recycle Job Site Construction & Demolition Waste
	2. Salvage Reusable Materials

B. Foundation
	1. Incorporate Recycled Flyash in Concrete with Engineer's Approval
	2. Reuse Form Boards
	3. Use Recycled Content Rubble for Backfull Drainage

C. Structural Frame
	1. Substitute Solid Sawn Lumber with Engineered Lumber with Architect and Engineer Approval
	2. Use FSC Certified Wood for Framing
	3. Use Wood I-Joists for Floors and Ceilings with Engineer's Approval
	4. Use OSB for Subfloor and Sheathing if Dry
	5. Use Finger-Jointed Studs
	6. Use Reclaimed Lumber

D. Exterior Finish
	1. Use Sustainable Decking Materials
	2. Use Treated Wood that does not Contain Chromium or Arsenic for Decking and Sill Plates
	3. Use Alternative Siding Materials

E. Plumbing
	1. Install Hot Water Jacket Insulation
	2. Insulate Hot and Cold Water Pipes

F. Electrical
	1. Install Compact Florescent Light Bulbs

G. Roofing
	1. Install 40 Year Composition Roofing

H. Insulation
	1. Upgrade Wall and Ceiling Insulation to Exceed Title 24 Requirements
	2. Install Recycled Content Fiberglass Insulation
	3. Use Cellulose Insulation
	4. Install Recycled Cotton Insulation

I. Windows
	1. Install Energy Efficient Windows
	2. Install Reflective Film on West Windows

J. Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC)
	1. Vent Range Hood to the Outside
	2. Clean all Ducts Before Occupancy
	3. Install 90% or Greater Efficiency Gas Forced Air Furnace
	4. Install Zoned, Hydronic, Radiant Heating
	5. Install Separate Garage Exhaust Fan

K. Renewable and Solar Energy
	1. Install Photovoltaic (PV) Panels

L. Indoor Air Quality/Finishes
	1. Use Low/No VOC and Formaldehyde-Free Paint
	2. Substitute Particleboard with Formaldehyde-Free Materials
	3. Substitute Formaldehyde-Based Medium Density Fiberboard (MDF) with Formaldehyde-Free Materials
	4. Use FSC Certified Trim Material
	5. Use Finger-Jointed Trim

M. Flooring
	1. Select FSC Certified Wood Flooring
	2. Use Rapidly Renewable Flooring Materials
	3. Replace Vinyl Flooring with Natural Linoleum
	4. Install Recycled Content Carpet and Underlayment
	5. Use exposed concrete as finish floor