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Passive Solar House: The Complete Guide to Heating and Cooling Your Home,New
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Revised and Expanded Edition Includes CDROM with Custom Design SoftwareFor the past ten years The Passive Solar House has offered proven techniques for building homes that heat and cool themselves, using readily available materials and methods familiar to all building contractors and many doityourself homeowners.True to this innovative, straightforward approach, the new edition of this bestselling guide includes CSOL passive solar design software, making it easier than ever to heat your home with the power of the sun. Since The Passive Solar House was first published, passive solar construction expert James Kachadorian has perfected userfriendly, Windowscompatible software to supplement the design process explained in the book by allowing homeowners/designers to enter the specifications of their design and see how changing a variable will affect its energy efficiency.This is the building book for a world of climbing energy costs. Applicable to diverse regions, climates, budgets, and styles of architecture, Kachadorian's techniques translate the essentials of timeless solar design into practical wisdom for today's solar builders. Profiles of successful passive solar design, construction, and retrofit projects from readers of the first edition provide inspiration to firsttime homebuilders and renovators alike.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Passive Solar House: The Complete Guide to Heating and Cooling Your Home'? A: The book focuses on techniques for building homes that utilize passive solar design to efficiently heat and cool spaces using natural energy.
- Q: Does this book include any software to assist with design? A: Yes, it includes a CD-ROM with CSOL passive solar design software that helps users customize their designs and analyze energy efficiency.
- Q: Who is the author of this book and what is his expertise? A: The author is James Kachadorian, a passive solar construction expert with extensive knowledge in solar design and building techniques.
- Q: What edition is this book and what updates does it include? A: This is the 'Revised and Expanded Second Edition' which features updated techniques, profiles of successful projects, and additional design tools.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in home building? A: Yes, the book is designed for both experienced builders and do-it-yourself homeowners, providing practical guidance for all skill levels.
- Q: What kind of projects does the book cover? A: It covers a variety of passive solar design, construction, and retrofit projects, suitable for different regions and architectural styles.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 224 pages of comprehensive information and guidance on passive solar housing.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is listed as 'New', ensuring it is in excellent condition for readers.
- Q: Can this book help reduce energy costs? A: Yes, the techniques outlined in the book aim to help homeowners design homes that use less energy, potentially lowering heating and cooling costs.
- Q: What type of binding does the book have? A: The book is bound in hardcover, providing durability for long-term use.