Building Resources
Insulated Concrete Forms (ICF), Concrete Homes, Green Building, Building Codes...
Products
NUDURA Corporation
Building Value - NUDURA is the new-generation Integrated Building Technology that is vastly superior to traditional stick framing methods. Building technology has seen rapid advances in recent times, with builders and home owners looking for newer, more efficient ways to build homes that are stronger, more comfortable and energy-efficient, while allowing for flexibility of design and lower future maintenance costs.
Carlisle Coatings & Waterproofing
CC&W Incorporated offers a complete line of waterproofing and moisture protection products for the architectural, general construction, industrial and maintenance industries.
Protecto Wrap Company
Protecto Wrap Company has been manufacturing waterproofing systems for more than 42 years for the national and international market and has built a sound reputation for producing high quality waterproofing systems.
Sonneborn
Sonneborn systems are time-tested products used to make commercial buildings more durable, sound, comfortable, safe and attractive. They enhance the buildings’ value and extend their useful life. Sonneborn systems include Sonolastic® sealant systems, Sonoshield® waterproofing systems, Sonocoat® wall coating systems, Sonofloor® coating systems, and Sonocrete® concrete repair systems.
Epro Services
Epro Waterproofing Services - A World of Difference.
GRACE Construction Products
The vision of Grace Construction Products is to be the world's most customer-focused supplier of specialty construction materials and systems that strengthen, protect and enhance the appearance and aesthetics of structures.
CETCO
CETCO Bentonite Clay Producers of Bentonite Based Products and Services.
DELTA-DRAIN
The DELTA-DRAIN family of drain boards is a top choice of engineers, contractors and specifiers for ensuring the long-term integrity of below grade structures and other exterior surfaces.
Associations
Insulating Concrete Form Association
Through ICFA's primary activities in promotion, codes and standards, research, partnering and education, our association plays a leading role in the ICF revolution that is changing the face of residential and light commercial construction.
Concrete Homes - Portland Cement Association
With today's innovative concrete homebuilding systems you can build beautiful concrete homes in any style with all the added benefits like energy efficiency, safety, and peace and quiet. Concrete is simply a better way to build a better home.
National Ready Mixed Concrete Association
The leading industry advocate working to expand, improve and promote the ready mixed concrete industry, through leadership, promotion, education, and partnering to ensure that ready mixed concrete is the building material of choice.
International Code Council
Setting the Standard for Building Safety - The International Code Council (ICC) was established in 1994 as a nonprofit organization dedicated to developing a single set of comprehensive and coordinated national model construction codes.
ENERGY STAR Homes
The Quality of our Environment is Everyone's Responsibility - ENERGY STAR is a government-backed program helping businesses and individuals protect the environment through superior energy efficiency.
Sustainable & Green Building
Environmental Council of Concrete Organizations
Dedicated to improving the quality of the environment by working to increase awareness of the environmental aspects and benefits of concrete and concrete products. Simply put, the concrete industry wants to spread the news that concrete is one of the single most environmentally friendly construction products currently available.
U.S. Green Building Council
The nation's foremost coalition of leaders from across the building industry working to promote buildings that are environmentally responsible, profitable and healthy place to live and work.
Oikos - Green Building Source
Energy Efficient Construction, Environmentally Responsible Building, Green Building Materials - Devoted to serving professionals whose work promotes sustainable design and construction. That's a broad goal, but then environmental sustainability touches virtually every aspect of a building.
Building Green
An independent company committed to providing accurate, unbiased, and timely information designed to help building-industry professionals and policy makers improve the environmental performance, and reduce the adverse impacts, of buildings.
Building Green Pages
A sustainable building materials database and design tool for the environmentally and socially responsible designer, builder and client.
Energy Efficiency & Renewable Energy Network - U.S. Dept. of Energy
Sustainable development is a strategy by which communities seek economic development approaches that also benefit the local environment and quality of life.
Home Improvement
Builder's Websource
Home Improvement Online - Your online guide to home improvement & remodeling.
Periodicals
Concrete Homes Magazine
Concrete Homes Magazine takes the reader inside some of the most impressive and beautiful custom homes being built today; all from concrete. Focus topics include new technology and designs, the environmental benefits of building with concrete, the cost-savings in energy and materials that come from the use of concrete, and other benefits that make concrete homes the most sensible and attractive home building alternative.
Concrete Monthly
News from the cement and concrete industries - Count on concrete.
Architectural & Construction Professional
Focusing on the Central & South Coast residential and light commercial construction industry - San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara, Ventura, Northwestern Los Angeles Counties.
Natural Home Magazine
Natural Home offers today's health-conscious, environmentally concerned homeowners the information they need to practice earth-inspired living. Natural Home has brought together the best in home design, earth-friendly décor and natural living, featuring sustainable, healthy homes, decorating tips, and the latest green products and services.
Local Resources
Semmes & Co., Builders
Semmes & Co., located on the Central Coast of California, constructs unique and creatively styled, environmentally-friendly homes. By blending sustainable building and passive solar techniques, as well as the most current materials and technologies, these homes are durable, energy efficient, and, above all, a delight to live in.
SLO Pages
Your Online Guide to San Luis Obispo County - California Central Coast Real Estate, Lodging, Dining, Wineries, Shopping, Services, Arts, Entertainment, Attractions, Recreation and Events.