We believe that renewable energy will be standard practice in every community, including businesses and municipalities because they are the biggest consumers of fossil fuels. We hope that someday all renewable installations will become so standard that they will be as much a part of every structure as the foundation, the roof and everything in between. The underlying philosophy that motivates the people at Prudent Living is a positive one. It’s all about the benefits that await those who desire to learn more about living in a way where conscious and thoughtful decisions can lead to a healthier environment. Supporting our resources benefits us all, including our children and their children.
We have collectively built hundreds of homes in the Upper Valley Region of Vermont and New Hampshire. Our in-house teams, specialize in working with architects and homeowners to implement sustainable design and renewable strategies into residential and commercial designs. Prudent Living can provide 3D modeling and renderings to show prospective clients and their neighbors what their projects will look like before they are installed.
We use state-of-the-art diagnostic equipment to perform blower door, duct-work and infrared camera testing for air and moisture leaks and cold spots. We also specialize in combustion appliance testing for efficiency, back drafting and spillage of dangerous gasses, and make recommendations for energy saving and interior air quality improvements.
Members of our team are certified building energy practitioners, who are accredited in LEED and individually certified in the science of whole house performance through the Building Performance Institute (BPI), as well as being qualified in thermography. Prudent Living’s employees are certified solar and geothermal installers. They are fully insured and can do installations of any size. When appropriate, Prudent Living teams with local business resources, such as contractors, designers, and engineers in order to implement optimal strategies for your home or business.
There are also teachers on the Prudent Living staff, who teach courses at night ranging from how to be your own general contractor, weatherization improvements, sustainable design strategies, inside air quality, understanding renewable energies of all types and how they work, to organic gardening, canning, and even making jerky.
The Prudent Living office is an off-grid capable facility operating on 17kW’s of solar generated power, with full battery and generator assisted backup.
