Building Renewable

Dedicated to Renewable, Sustainable Building Materials and Technologies.

Read about how to build a sustainable home using a wise range of technologies and approaches.

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Building Renewable’s Mission

Our mission is to share our knowledge of sustainable building materials and techniques to allow more people to build homes that work in harmony with the planet.

We have articles on traditional building techniques that have very low carbon footprints, clever ways to obtain recycled materials that will save you money as well as reduce the impact on the environment, and ideas for using materials that you might not have considered.

Screenshots of the websites of four of the Best Precast Concrete Construction Companies in Maryland. In the center of the image is an outline map of the state of Maryland filled with gray.
Precast Concrete | Certification Schemes | Concrete | Drainage | Sustainable Architecture

9 Best Precast Concrete Construction Companies in Maryland

ByJim Pritchard

Do you need a company in the Maryland area to provide precast concrete for your construction project? Well, you’re in the right place because this article lists the 9 Best Precast Concrete Construction Companies in Maryland and explains why they are worth considering.

Screenshots of the websites of four of the Best Reclaimed Wood Construction Companies in Maryland. In the center of the image is an outline map of the state of Maryland filled with brown.
Reclaimed Wood | Furniture | Salvage | Sustainable Architecture | Wood

9 Best Reclaimed Wood Construction Companies in Maryland

ByJim Pritchard

Are you based in Maryland and need a company to help you source reclaimed wood for your building project? Then look no further because this article lists the 9 Best Reclaimed Wood Construction Companies in Maryland to help you find the perfect partner for your project.

Screenshots of the websites of four of the Best Reclaimed Wood Construction Companies in Missouri. In the center of the image is an outline map of the state of Missouri filled with brown.
Reclaimed Wood | Certification Schemes | Flooring | Furniture | Healthy Buildings | Salvage | Sustainable Architecture | Wood

10 Best Reclaimed Wood Construction Companies in Missouri

ByJim Pritchard

This list of the 10 Best Reclaimed Wood Construction Companies in Missouri will help you choose the right firm for your project. It summarizes the key features of each company and what makes them unique.

Screenshots of the websites of four of the Best Precast Concrete Construction Companies in Missouri. In the center of the image is an outline map of the state of Missouri filled with gray.
Precast Concrete | Building Codes | Certification Schemes | Concrete | Sustainable Architecture

10 Best Precast Concrete Construction Companies in Missouri

ByJim Pritchard

Do you need a precast concrete expert in Missouri to provide products for your business or home? Look no further because we’ve rounded up the 10 Best Precast Concrete Construction Companies in Missouri, explaining what they offer and why they are so good.

Screenshots of the websites of four of the Best Engineered Wood Construction Companies in Missouri. In the center of the image is an outline map of the state of Missouri filled with brown.
Engineered Wood | Certification Schemes | Decking | Flooring | Sustainable Architecture | Wood

9 Best Engineered Wood Construction Companies in Missouri

ByJim Pritchard

This list of the Best Engineered Wood Construction Companies in Missouri will help you find the right company for your project. It lists 9 of the top companies in Missouri and explains what they have to offer and what makes them stand out.

Screenshots of the websites of four of the Best Precast Concrete Construction Companies in Indiana. In the center of the image is an outline map of the state of Indiana filled with gray.
Precast Concrete | Building Codes | Certification Schemes | Concrete | Insulation | Sustainable Architecture

11 Best Precast Concrete Construction Companies in Indiana

ByJim Pritchard

Are you looking for a precast concrete supplier for a project in Indiana? This article lists the 11 Best Precast Concrete Construction Companies in Indiana, explains their services, and what makes them unique.