Green Vendors
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12 Questions to Ask Your Green Vendor
The NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS® recommends that you consider the following before hiring a green vendor to help you with your home:
- What is the vendor’s location and proximity to the job site?
- Does the vendor have a certification or proven affiliation with a recognized green building organization?
- Is there a professional association for the trade? If so, is the vendor a member and active participant?
- What is the vendor’s knowledge and experience in working with green building issues?
- Are client references available?
- Has the vendor completed a green building project similar in size and scope? Are site visits or photographs available? Is client contact information available?
- Does the vendor recycle or reuse demolition or construction waste?
- Does the vendor have an area of green specialization?
- Does the vendor use a third-party organization to verify work?
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Solar Companies
American Solar Electric: Patrick’s Pick: I had American Solar give my house an evaluation for cost and benefit of solar panel installation. They seemed to have a good price, very knowledgeable and helpful, and would recommend them. Scottsdale, (480) 994-1440
Dependable Solar Products: Mesa, 1-866-967-7781
General Solar: Patrick’s Pick: General Solar fixed me up with a solar-powered water heater, which has been great for lowering my bills! Mesa, (480) 899-4351
Energy Efficiency
Altered Element: Window Tinting Solutions- advanced technology window films reject heat without sacrificing your beautiful Arizona views or blocking out alot of visible light. Phoenix, 602-291-8093
BMC West: Energy efficient Doors and Windows. Phoenix, 602-438-1127
Dr. Wastchak: Patrick’s Pick: DRW provides and energy efficiency analysis of your home. They check various systems in your home, such as electrical, AC ductwork, windows, and insulation, to see if modifications and upgrades will increase your home’s efficiency (and decrease your energy bills!). Tempe, (480) 350-9274
Rinnai: Energy Efficient Tankless Water Heaters. Peachtree City, GA, (678) 829-1700
Synergy Systems: Insulation and Radiant Barriers (lowers roof temps by 20 to 50 degrees F)- Have it installed or do it yourself! Phoenix, 480-777-7711
Business and Financing
GreenWerks, LLC: Green Building Consultation, Business and Strategic Development, Promotional Events, Phoenix, (602) 980-0737
Invest Green: Green Financial Planning, Socially Responsible Investments. Phoenix, (602) 266-1989
Matthew A. Tarini, MBA, CFP ®: Financial Consultant, Estate and Trust Services Consultant, Wachovia Securities, LLC. Tempe, 800-762-0154 x-303, 480-732-0154 x-303
Sead Architects: Full service award winning design/build studio. Thoughtful architectural designs and renovation specific to sites and owners. Architectural solutions that are respectful of the past, speak to the present and are pursuant of the future. Phoenix, 602.954.7945
Adolfson & Peterson Construction: Green Building and Construction Tempe, (480) 345-8700
Evergreen Homes: Construction of new homes and remodeling: design, build, coach, consult. "PG" Builder. Phoenix, 602-315-5600
Form Werks Studios: Full service Architecture and Design firm, specializing in site-specific architecture. Crafts homes so you can enjoy all that mother nature has provided. Phoenix, 602-468-0103
Habitat for Humanity, Central Arizona: A non-profit organization providing affordable housing. Corporate Office-Peoria, (623)583-2417, Phoenix Office, (602)268-9022
Habitat for Humanity, Central Arizona: A non-profit organization providing affordable housing. Corporate Office-Peoria, (623)583-2417, Phoenix Office, (602)268-9022
Home Products and Projects
A.K.A. Green: Eco-friendly flooring, carpets, paints, windows, stains, lighting fixtures, and non-toxic cleaning supplies. Scottsdale, (480) 946-9600
Concrete Interior Designs: Licensed contractors specializing in recycled concrete building supplies. 14425 N. 79th St, Suite E, Scottsdale, 480-699-9780
Concrete Interior Designs: Licensed contractors specializing in recycled concrete building supplies. 14425 N. 79th St, Suite E, Scottsdale, 480-699-9780
Desert Design Landscape & Maintenance: Xeriscape services and eco-aware landscape design for Arziona. (480) 844-4228
Down to Earth Gardens: Showing and teaching people how to tread gently on this great earth. Doreen- (623)217-6038
Down to Earth Gardens: Showing and teaching people how to tread gently on this great earth. Doreen- (623)217-6038
EarthMaids: Maid service relying on biodegradable and non-toxic cleaning. Phoenix, 1-877-MAID-ECO
Get Your Move On: Green moving company! Tempe, (480) 695-6621
Global Surroundings: Eco-friendly furniture and architectural design. Fountain Hills, (480) 543-8888
Green Element Design Group: Specializing in Green consulting services, including architects, landscapers, permaculture designers, builders, interior designers and rain water harvesting consultants, as well as a unique line of Green products for people and plants. Apache Junction, (480) 671-8216
Herb 'N Organics: Aromatherapeutic, non-toxic, all-natural cleaning products. Very Cool! (480) 284-0267
Herb 'N Organics: Aromatherapeutic, non-toxic, all-natural cleaning products. Very Cool! (480) 284-0267
Jennie Curé: Landscape architect and horticulturalist. Cave Creek, (480) 595-8616
Kitchen Solvers- Fine eco-friendly kitchen and bathroom remodeling and cabinetry: 4 brands of eco-friendly custom cabinetry.
Life's a Garden: Landscape design and maintenance, rain water catchment systems. 602-296-4796
Life's a Garden: Landscape design and maintenance, rain water catchment systems. 602-296-4796
Progressive Concrete Works Inc: Top quality decorative concrete, stamped concrete, stained concrete, concrete overlays and concrete hardscapes. Drainscape Pervious Concrete: www.drainscape.com, Phoenix, 623-582-2274
Shaklee: Eco-friendly, non-toxic cleaning products in recycled packaging! Phoenix, (602) 750-4349
Steve’s Pool Tile Cleaning: Calcium build-up and other deposits on your pool tile? Steve will make your pool tiles look like new using non-toxic cleaning methods. Phoenix, (480) 236-6472
Home Furnishing
Exotic Home: Coconut palm furniture and flooring manufactured without glu, stains, lacquer, paints or any other poisons commonplace in today's furniture. Scottsdale, 480-443-8100
Moonbeams: Kid-approved celery furniture made of bamboo with non-toxic adhesives and low VOC paint with no hardware. Scottsdale, 480-998-7878
My Sister's Attic: Recycled home furnishings. 4 locations valleywide.
Natural Territory: Eco-Chic, environmentally friendly, sustainably manufactured. Indoor, outdoor, baby, yoga. Scottsdale, 480-998-2700
Twig and Twill: All organic and eco-friendly boutique. Natural latex matresses made of milk of rubber tree. Scottsdale, 480-922-0052
Community/Other
EnviroCar: Chauffeured Hybrid Transportation. Toyota Prius or Lexus RX400h: Your Pick! Phoenix, 602-334-4035 ext 801
Environment Arizona: Non-profit environmental research organization. (602) 252-922
Everlasting Marks: Youth camps promoting sustainability and eco-aware living. Tempe, (480) 231-3988
Julie A. Funke, Certified Hypnotherapist: Empowerment Through Hypnosis. 480-236-5267
Julie A. Funke, Certified Hypnotherapist: Empowerment Through Hypnosis. 480-236-5267
Naturopathic Specialists: Scottsdale, (480) 990-1111
The 3000 Club: Produce/Food Rescue in Nogales- Rescued produce is transported to food banks throughout the US. USA, 602-549-1011
Valley Forward: Non-profit environmental group, focused on outreach and education. Phoenix, (602) 240-2408
