Building green means incorporating environmental considerations and resource efficiency into every step of the home building and land development process to minimize environmental impact. That means that during the design, construction, and operation of a home, the home's overall impact on the environment is taken into account. Mike Caylor Construction is a fierce proponent of building green and offers NAHB green consultation.

The following are the main areas considered when verifying a home for green certification.

• Lot Design, Preparation and Construction
• Resource Efficiency
• Energy Efficiency
• Water Efficiency
• Indoor Environmental Quality
• Operation, Maintenance and Homeowner Education
• Global Impact
• Site Planning and Land Development

Download the complete document - NAHB Model Green Home Building Guidelines (3.5MB PDF