By kim2shine22
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Straw bale houses are beautifully unique green living spaces. These homes can often be built up to 50 percent cheaper than conventional buildings. Additionally, the homes retain their resale value. There are several different options in straw bale house construction.
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tweetbird said
on 2/7/2008 Cordwoodguy - Kim is correct in that most literature on this subject states that straw bale building is cheaper. The assumption is that the owner will participate in the building process and/or choice contractors that aren't inflating the price in the market of building with natural products. As for insurability, it really depends on the region you live in. My understanding is that most strawbale structures that meet building codes can be insured. Now, building with cob techniques is a different story.
cordwoodguy said
on 2/5/2008 KIM.....A STRAW BALE HOME IN MY AREA COSTS A LOT MORE THAN A CONVENTIONAL HOME.A HOUSE OIN MY AREA WOULD BE ABOUT $100 PER SQ FT...THE STRAW BALE HOUSE COST $140 PER SQ FT.WHERE IS THE SAVINGS???
forrestra said
on 1/27/2008 is the straw bale house insursble
kim2shine22 said
on 1/4/2008 Thank you!
grouch said
on 1/4/2008 I liked your idea of not only reading up on it but on seeing it too. Good article.