Local Resources and Links

Houston Home Construction Resources

• Check the City of Houston Planning and Development Services Division about building permits before you build or renovate.

• Consult the Greater Houston Builders Association to find a qualified builder or home remodeling contractor.

• Having problems with your builder? The Texas Residential Construction Commission can help.

Houston Home Energy Efficiency & Environmental Quality

• Energy Star Tax Rebates available in Houston. You may qualify for tax incentives for energy efficiency improvements to new and existing homes. Certainly worth a look! There are energy rebate programs for small businesses too.

• Facts and information on Mesothelioma. Asbestos, which has been conclusively linked to the eventual development of mesothelioma, can be found in 80% of structures within the United States. Much of this asbestos is located within HVAC fixtures.

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