Prefab 3D Modular Panels Built for Tough Houston Weather
Here’s a home designed for minimal maintenance and energy consumption in its harsh climate. Houston...
Posts about Resilient Housing
Maximize Your Home Investment: Reduce Expenses on Roofs, Decks, and Trees
A survey of where owners spend money on home maintenance shows why the initial materials you choose...
Building Grid Resilience Amid Climate Change
Three energy trends to watch in 2024. One of the things I enjoy most about living in Southern...
Home Hardening is a Great Idea, But People are Fickle
The idea that adversity will cause people to act rationally to make their homes more resilient...
Worried About E-Vehicle Battery Fires?
Fires from lithium-ion batteries are frightening, but research confirms that proper charging and...
In A Resiliency State of Mind
Resiliency is top of mind for homeowners in the face of intensifying wildfires, super storms,...
Can Housing Save Us from the Heat?
If we continue down this road, our homes may be the last line of defense. It occurred to me, as I...
Should You Raise Your Home on Stilts, Piers, Concrete Blocks?
Taking into account insurance uncertainty and the current cost to replace your existing home,...
Maximizing Concrete Block Wall Strength for Hurricanes and Tornadoes
Concrete block walls, built right, offer one of the best wind resistances available for residential...
Off-Grid Energy Equation Brings Grid Independence
In this video, Ron Jones breaks down the many moving pieces that supply VISION House Mariposa...
Zero Energy, Zero Water House
A small environmental footprint makes this water- and energy-independent home a smart sign of...
Build a Battery Backup for Home Heating for Under $600
This affordable homemade system activates instantly when the power goes out, and can be set up...
In Wildfire Zone, Resilient Doors Offer Fortress-Like Protection
In this video, Ron Jones discusses the deciding factors during product selection for the entry and...
