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Category: Environmental Issues

New Fremont Building Going “Deep Green”

An international construction company is planning to raise the bar of energy efficiency in Fremont by going “Deep Green”. It’s not a secret code name like the infamous “Deep Throat” title given to a newspaper source in the 1970’s. But it is a little used term to describe a sustainable design vision by the City …

Washington State Sellers Take Note! Carbon Monoxide Alarms are Required

Effective April 1st, 2012 (not an April Fools joke!), Washington State Law (RCW 19.27.530) requires the seller of any owner-occupied single-family residence to equip the residence with carbon monoxide alarms (commonly called “CO alarms”) in accordance with the state building code before a buyer or any other person may legally occupy the residence following the …

Seattle Home Show – Feb 18th – 26th, 2012

There is lots of good stuff to see this year at the Seattle Home Show. Everything from the quickly emerging Electric Fireplace market, to “Meet the Experts” seminars. There are over 600 displays and exhibits for those thinking about building or remodeling. This year’s theme is “We’re Having a House Party“, which fits well with …