Blog: Tips and Tricks
Read the latest green building and energy efficient tips and tricks
SawHorse named top remodeling contractor in Atlanta
Atlanta Architects website named SawHorse as a top remodeling contractor in Atlanta. We have been named top custom builders in the past by this organization as well. This was one of several other awards that we won at the end of the year that we were not expecting. We...
Native Plants That Make Landscape Maintenance Easier
By Gina Thompson Source Want a full and vegetative yard but don’t know where to start? Choose native plants. These plants have evolved to withstand the weather and climate conditions of the land. Using native plants can also make landscape maintenance easier....
4 Best Management Practices for Stormwater Runoff
Any contractor in Georgia that disturbs soil is required to go through training and testing to receive the proper certifications. All of our project managers have gone through this training to make sure our job sites don't cause problems for the neighbors or the local...
EarthCraft House- Renovations in Decatur
Table of contentsGreen Building Sells for MoreDecatur Homes Hold Their ValueNeed help getting the full value for your green appraisal?SawHorse can help you with your EarthCraft renovation or Custom Home If you live in Decatur, GA, and have had to pull a permit in the...
SawHorse joins top influencers in Atlanta to promote Green Building
Table of contents"It is Not Easy Being Green"Who are the Atlanta Green Influencers?Our creators have been busy!Here are all of the posts made to date on Rate It Green Group:We just got started and are already making a difference with our trending hashtag! "It is Not...
#1920sMakeoverATL partner Mitsubishi Electric
Table of ContentsPassive House design requires ALL ELECTRIC appliancesExisting mechanical equipment gets a major upgradeProject Design Team Tours Mitsubishi HeadquartersIn the NEWS and on the WEB Passive House design requires ALL ELECTRIC appliances One of the main...
#1920sMakeoverATL partner rheia
The benefits of a manifold duct systemFinally! A better way to run HVAC ducts in residential constructionIn the NEWS and on the WEB The benefits of a manifold duct system The challenge with traditional duct systems is that they are bulky and difficult to install when...
SawHorse Design + Build in 2022
SawHorse has been a go-to brand in the Atlanta market for renovations and custom new homes for over 40 years. With over 100 awards ranging from design, leadership, and construction at the local and national levels. While awards show excellence, our value proposition...
How to find Energy Efficient Rebates and Incentives
Congratulations on the decision to build a high-performance energy-efficient home or business. The good news is that there are rebates and incentives to help you out with your journey towards maximum efficiency. The NC Clean Energy Center created a website...
#1920sMakeoverATL + Georgia Blinds & Interiors
Table of ContentsAutomated Blinds for privacy In the NEWS and on the WEB Automated Blinds for privacy Most houses need blinds because the architect or builder put most of the windows in a place where the sun shines directly into them. Many houses never open the blinds...
#1920sMakeoverATL partner Elite Water Systems
Table of Contents"There must be something in the water"New Ways to Purify Water in HomesIn the NEWS and on the WEB "There must be something in the water" We use that phrase to describe people acting funny in a local area however it hits closer to home than we realize....
#1920sMakeoverATL partner Rheem
Hybrid Heat Pump Water HeatersAll Electric Appliances - Hybrid Heat Pump Water HeaterIn the NEWS and on the WEB Hybrid Heat Pump Water Heaters Gas water heaters have dominated the market for quite a while now since they used to be the top performers. Now, hybrid heat...
Homeowner REroof Preparation Checklist
Table of contentsSetting Expectations Before the Roof is ReplacedPre-replacement Homeowner Checklist (1-2 Days Before they arrive)Pre-replacement Homeowner Checklist (Arrival Day)Get a Quote for Your Roof Replacement Setting Expectations Before the Roof is Replaced...
Virtual Reality Showcase House in Atlanta
Table of contentsNew Technology Makes the Showcase House Experience BetterMythos Media Explains How the Process WorksWhat It Takes To Create a Virtual TourClick Below to Enter The VR Tour The challenge with showcase houses is that you only get to see the final product...
#1920sMakeoverATL partner Pure 365
Pure 365 joins #1920sMakeoverATL teamThe RePure StoryIn the NEWS and on the WEB Pure 365 joins #1920sMakeoverATL team Michael Ham, President of Pure 365 reached out to us when we first started planning the house and offered to help with the monitoring of water and...
#1920sMakeoverATL partner Aprilaire
Table of ContentsWhole House Air FiltrationHumidity ControlBalanced VentilationIn the NEWS and on the WEB We have been using Aprilaire for decades to combat humidity and dirty air. Their whole house approach helps our clients breathe easier all year round. There are 3...
