The homeowners on Colfax Avenue South, in Minneapolis, decided they wanted to renovate green. We suggested they use the LEED rating system as a third party certifying agency. The following is a list of some of the qualifying Green attributes that helped them achieve a LEED SILVER rating from the US Green Building Council:

• Deconstruction and salvage of materials
• Recycled refuse 
• Advanced framing techniques 
• Re-use of original framing and sheathing 
• Closed cell spray foam insulation R-21 for 2x4 wall 
• Rigid foam over exterior eliminates thermal bridging & adds R-5 
• Fiber cement siding 
• Composite exterior trim 
• No/low VOC finishes 
• Remnant granite countertops 
• No formaldehyde added cabinetry 
• Concrete flooring 
• Finger jointed or MDF trim 
• MDF interior doors. 
• Manifold plumbing system 
• Low flow fixtures & toilets 
• Automatic faucets
• 100% recycled drywall 
• Local hardwood flooring 
• LED lighting 
• Active radon remediation 
• Hot water re-circulation 
• 96% efficiency boiler 
• 21 SEER AC unit. 
• Properly sized duct work using Manuel D 
• Properly sized HVAC equipment using Manuel J 
• Hydronic in-floor heat 
• Multiple heating and cooing zones 
• Recycled paver system on driveway, side patio & rooftop patio 
• Underground drywells to retain 90% or more of storm water runoff

Contact us for more information or specifics about any of the items on this list.