Yearly Archives: 2010

Midtown Green House update

Posted on April 4, 2010 by Greenlanta

For the 3rd year in a row, The Hoots Group, is the builder of the Southern Building Show showcase house.  This year’s house is located in Midtown Atlanta and will be a modern green home built on a narrow lot.  … Continue reading →

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Green millwork

Posted on April 1, 2010 by Greenlanta

One of the reasons to use The Hoots Group on your project is that we take extra care in protecting the materials from the elements when building or renovating your home.  Our trim supplier, Insidesign, brings out metal racks to … Continue reading →

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Don’t Give Up

Posted on March 9, 2010 by Greenlanta

My wife has been sending me daily quotes and this one did catch my attention: “What is harder than rock, or softer than water? Yet soft water hollows out hard rock. Persevere.” – Ovid We have been a green renovator for … Continue reading →

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“Standard Construction” is like “Making Sausage”

Posted on March 7, 2010 by Greenlanta

I found a way to equate green construction to the Marine Corps, so why not create an analogy between sausage and standard construction. Now, every time you bite into your next sausage link you will think about us.  Why is … Continue reading →

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Spring Cleaning

Posted on February 28, 2010 by Greenlanta

My allergies have been acting up recently and I am not sure why. Got them to calm down a bit with some antihistamines. I would not consider myself to be chemical sensitive where any chemical causes my body harm, but … Continue reading →

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Green Ink

Posted on February 8, 2010 by Greenlanta

Here is a plug for one of our clients. We made their home more comfortable and energy efficient. I’m Randy Merrill, the owner of Cartridge World Atlanta and I’d like to share with you an idea to help save you … Continue reading →

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Velux Solar Water heaters gets additional rebate in GA

Posted on January 31, 2010 by Greenlanta

For a short time only…. From the manufacturer: “I’m sure you are aware of the Energy Star Appliance rebate going into effect in GA, but I wanted to forward this just in case. Energy Star certified Solar Water Heating systems … Continue reading →

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Making Green from Green

Posted on January 28, 2010 by Greenlanta

Want to learn more about the business of green building?  Come here me talk at the joint session of the Green Building Council and Remodeler’s Council.  If the current title does not work for you- Try “Making Green Sustainable.” See … Continue reading →

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Renovate now or forever hold you piece(s)- together with duct tape

Posted on January 25, 2010 by Greenlanta

Thanks to everyone that help us have a successful year in 2009 and we look forward to starting some fun projects in 2010 as well.  I know the economy is rough, however deferred maintenance on your house will cost you … Continue reading →

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“Good, Better, Best”- Water Heating

Posted on January 13, 2010 by Greenlanta

The next segment in the My Design Partner series is water heating. All water heaters are created equally correct?  I wish. Unfortunately they are not, and making a bad choice in a water heater can cost you a lot in … Continue reading →

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Powered by the Sun

Posted on January 11, 2010 by Greenlanta

We are a Velux Solar Hot Water dealer and installer. On one of the installations that we completed this year we accidentally heated the water with the sun for 4 months!  The intent was to heat the water with the … Continue reading →

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“Good, better, best”- Roofing

Posted on January 9, 2010 by Greenlanta

The next segment in the My Design Partner series is roofing. Remember your parents being proud by giving you the basic essentials to include “a roof over you head?”   Well- not are roofs are created equal.  Some roofs are good … Continue reading →

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“Good, Better, Best”- Flooring

Posted on January 9, 2010 by Greenlanta

The next segment in the My Design Partner series is flooring. In any type of renovation or new home build you will have to pick out or refinish the flooring in your home. There are many options to choose from … Continue reading →

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“Good, Better, Best”- HVAC selection and design

Posted on January 9, 2010 by Greenlanta

As part of the My Design Partner series we are going to discuss HVAC. Choosing the best HVAC for your house is not always any easy thing to decide upon.  Especially, when you are forced to make a decision quickly … Continue reading →

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“Good, Better, Best”- Design Tips from “My Design Parters”

Posted on January 9, 2010 by Greenlanta

Forward: When designing a building a house or remodeling a home, how are you to know that you are getting the best options from your contractor?  Their goal is not only to make money, but to keep you on budget … Continue reading →

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