At Dovetail Builders, Inc. we don't see building green as a new trend to follow, or a market segment to chase, but as an extension of our history.  For over 15 years we have looked toward the future and strive to produce high-performance, efficient homes, always maintaining a respect for the materials we use and the environment we produce.  We have piloted new products and approaches to improve the construction process, including advanced ventilation techniques, the integration of solar design and solar panels, planted roofing systems, and even concrete home construction.  In 2002, we built our first aggressively green home, featuring geothermal HVAC, photovoltaic panels, solar hot water and pool heating, as well as several other strategies.  It is common to find one of our homes on either an AIA or National Solar Tour.  In fact, one of our projects was recently certified LEED Platinum by the USGBC, making it the first LEED Platinum home in the City of Houston!!  While we are very proud of these achievements, we also look forward to sharing our experience and passion with future clients.

Please click on one of the videos below to see our president, Chris Fry, speak to the Houston City Council & at Gulf Coast Green

Our Experience:

Energy Conservation

Solar electrical systems

Solar water heaters

Tankless water heaters

Solar pool heaters

Geothermal Thermal HVAC Systems

Skin Venting

Attic ventilation and radiant barriers

Sealed wall and attic construction

Electrical use analysis

Indoor Air Quality

Formaldehyde free building materials

Low VOC paints and finishes

Low VOC adhesives

Protection of lumber during building to prohibit mold growth

Installation of temporary AC during construction to stabilize materials and prohibit mold growth and keep permanent AC system dust free

Installation of dust barriers and exhaust fans during remodeling projects

HVAC systems with humidity control and high quality filtration

Environmental Responsibility

Protection of tree root zones

Use of recycled building materials

Product availability within 500 miles of job site

Efficient use of building materials

Recycling of paper, metals and plastics during construction

Distribution of demolished cabinets, appliances, doors, etc. for reuse