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Builders and Subcontractors in Bozeman
The following are people you'll want to consider working with on your green project.


Contractors, Builders and Architects
  • AA Craftsman— Remodeling is a form of green building, by nature. By taking what is old and transforming it into something new, we minimize the amount of new materials that are used. Often an older home can surpass modern energy efficiency standards by simply installing new insulation or replacing old windows. Contact Art Albin, PO Box 118 Bozeman, MT 59771 (406) 586-5714 (406) 580-8168 email: Art@aacraftsman.com
  • Baker Creek Homes— If you've walk the M trail lately, you may have seen the 36 solar panels at a construction site in Brass Lantern subdivision producing jobsite electricity for this innovative general contractor. All fuel used for excavation, forklifts, generators and company vehicles is biodiesel from Chester, Montana. Contact John Palm, 3010 Linney Rd, Bozeman, MT 59718 (406) 580-6068 email: info@bozemangreenbuild.com
  • Bozeman Building Traditions — Ed Adamson developed and built the multi-home Energy Star development on Turtle Way (near Bozeman Beach) incorporating green concepts such as insulated staggered stud construction, reclaimed wood and metals, and photovoltaic solar panels integrated into the roof. Contact Ed Adamson, PO Box 4480, Bozeman, MT 59772, (406) 585-7526 (406) 539-3700 email: Bbtedandbecky@bresnan.net
  • Bozeman Bungalow Company — BBC specializes in Arts and Crafts style homes with an emphasis on energy efficiency. Contact Frank Dusl, Bozeman Bungalow Co LLC, 4447 West Babcock Street, Bozeman, MT 59718 (406) 587-2678
  • CWJ & Associates, Inc. — A committed and knowledgable green builder with a number of very cool projects completed. Contact Josh Blomquist — Bozeman, MT (406) 580-8369 email: jpblomquist@hotmail.com
  • Davidson Builders — Gray Davidson is a custom builder and remodeler specializing in energy efficiency, healthful interiors, reclaimed materials, and timberframing. Gray and his team have worked with a wide variety of green building techniques and materials and can help specify the most appropriate and cost effective choices for a project. Contact Gray Davidson, PO Box 1121, Bozeman, MT 59771, (406) 580-1704 email: graydavidson@3riversdbs.net
  • Intrinsik Architecture — One of Bozeman's leading architecture and land planning firms known for their progressive design sensibility, custom fabrication and commitment to sustainable practices. Contact Dan Harding or Rob Pertzborn, 111 North Tracy Ave, Bozeman, MT 59715, (406) 582-8988 email: rpertzborn@intrinsikarchitecture.com
  • Luminous Construction Group — Amy Purdie and company are Energy Star registered general contractors. They built a "green" that was featured during the SWMBIA Parade Of Homes in 2006. Contact Amy Purdie, P.O. Box 532, Bozeman, MT 59771 (406) 579-7359 amy.purdie@gmail.com
  • Lyric Architecture — Owner Joe Schwem's own home & office utilizes green-technology and sustainable materials. The house was featured on the homes-across-america website. Contact Joe Schwem, 114 E Alderson, Bozeman, MT 59715 (406) 587-0609 email: Lyricarch@aol.com
  • Mitchell Construction — Remodel and new construction builder specializing in energy efficient construction and renewable energy installations. Energy Star Builder and Energy Star Performance Tester. Services Include; certified energy audits, weatherization, energy remodels, renewable energy installations. Stewart is also a master carpenter and furniture builder. Contact Stewart Mitchell 1128 E Babcock, Bozeman MT 59715 (406) 580-9619 email: sm406@montanadsl.net
  • Nordesign — Dick Pence is our builder. He's a seasoned designer who specializes in historic home renovations in Bozeman. Dick registered as an Energy Star builder. Contact Dick Pence — 321 S. 8th St, Bozeman, MT 59715, (406) 579-6372
  • Penny Lane Home Builders — Homes built using "Not-So-Big" design principals. "Built Green" checklisted, Energy Star registered, follow Health House guidelines from the American Lung Association using no/low VOC paints/stains/adhesives. Contact Penny Murray — Bozeman, MT, (406) 581-1382, email: pennymurray@msn.com
  • Riverbend Builders Inc — Promoting sustainable building by combining smart design, energy efficient systems, and recycled materials. Contact Matt Madden, P.O. Box 6396, Bozeman, MT 59771, (406) 522-0260
  • Rocky Mountain Woodwright — Healthy and Sustainable Building Practices. Remodels, New Construction, Fine Woodworking, Solatube and Paperstone installation. Contact Mike Kelly, PO Box 6131, Bozeman, MT 59771, (406) 579-0587 email: montanawood@msn.com
  • Trademark Construction Inc — Trademark built one of Bozeman'ss first ENERGY STARŪ certified homes back in 1999. Their green building construction experience today includes: passive solar design, solar collector systems, Structural Insulated Panels (SIPS), wind power, masonry heater fireplaces, and reclaimed lumber construction. Contact: Mark Smith, CGP, 7660 Shedhorn Drive, Bozeman, MT 59718, (406) 580-1344, email: mark@trademarkconstruction.net
  • Zimtor Architecture — Firm specializing in green design. Contact: Thor Arnold, 413 East Birch St, Bozeman, MT 59715, (406) 582-1499 email: thor@zimtor.com
  • Photos of Energy Star Solar Projects in the Bozeman and Missoula area.


Consultants and Green Build Information
  • Mitchell Construction — Blower Door tests and Energy Star Certification Performance Tester. Services Include; certified energy audits, weatherization, energy remodels, renewable energy installations. Contact Stewart Mitchell 1128 E Babcock, Bozeman MT 59715 (406) 580-9619 email: sm406@montanadsl.net
  • Powerhouse — Bozeman-based Powerhouse is a new service that'll make custom recommendations for "greening-up" your home, then do a thorough analysis of the costs, CO2 reduction benefits and payback projections. Contact Pete Strom, Jon Shafer or Dennis Steinhauer. (406) 290 0058 email: info@powerhouse-ics.com
  • Bozeman Biofuels — Renewable Energy & Consulting, Bio Fuels. Paul House, Bozeman, MT, (406) 580-3223, email: paul@bozemanbiofuels.com
  • Comfort Engineering Inc. — NCAT state certified verifier energy audit consultant performs blower door tests, infra-red imaging, energy audits, hydronic radiant heat systems, solar thermal, and air to air heat exchangers. Michael McPherson, Bozeman, MT (406) 581-4724
  • Energy Advisory Services — State certified ENERGY STAR Home verifier, performance tester and energy engineer provides consulting services in planning, certifying, promoting and marketing of energy efficient buildings, including access to the energy efficient mortgage. A founding member of the US Green Building Council trained in the LEED 2.1 Certification. Contact: Dave Drummond, (406) 581-9971 email: dtdrummond@yahoo.com
  • Refuge Sustainable Building Materials — Refuge is Bozeman's premier source for green building materials and information. Refuge promotes sustainability in the built environment through sales of products which respect human health and the natural world. Refuge strives to maximize social and environmental wellness while maintaining financial profitability. Contact Dave Schaub, Steve Bruner, Kirk Mallette, and Mary Schaad, 714 East Mendenhall, Bozeman, MT 59715, (406) 585-9958, email info@refugebuilding.com
  • Kath Williams and Associates — LEEDs certified consultants specializing in commercial LEEDs projects and a newly formed division focucsing on residential certification. Contact: Casey Dudley, LEED AP Residential Program Administrator, Bozeman, MT (406) 581-6875 email: caseydudley@bresnan.net
Insulated Foundation Systems
  • Big Sky ICF — R-Control Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) insulation, structural insulation panels (SIP), R-Control Roof Insulation. Big Sky Insulations, Inc. 15 Arden Drive P.O. Box 838 Belgrade, MT, USA, 59714 (406) 388-4146 phone email: contact@bigskyrcontrol.com
Hydronic Radiant Heating Systems
  • Baker Light Industries — Hydronic radiant heating, heat exchangers and solar thermal hot water systems. Contact Wayne Baker P.O. Box 183 Alder, MT 59710 (406) 842 7227 (406) 596-1186
  • Bozeman Building Traditions — BBT specializes in finished concrete floors ideal for use with radiant floor heating systems. Contact Ed Adamson, PO Box 4480, Bozeman, MT 59772, (406) 585-7526 (406) 539-3700 email: Bbtedandbecky@bresnan.net
  • PermaFloors — Installer of Gyp-Span gypsum radiant heated floor underlayments for use with hydronic heating systems. Contact Steve Hasterlik, 11775 Horseback Ridge Missoula, MT 59804, (406) 586-6578 (866) 721-6575 email: steve@permafloors.com
  • P J's Plumbing & Heating — Licensed plumber with experience installing radiant heating systems. Contact Pat McMullen, 30 Red Oak Dr, Belgrade, MT, (406) 388-5060
  • Radiant Engineering — Designers and installers of radiant heating systems. Contact Pat, Courtney or River, 501 East Peach Street, Suite A, Bozeman, Montana 59715, (406) 587-3442 email: radiant@radiantengineering.com
  • Warm Floor Systems inc — Hydronic radiant heating specialist with a reputation for being very thorough and thoughtful with his system designs. Contact Steve Little 417 North 3rd Bozeman, MT 59715, (406) 586-4464
Licensed Plumbers and Gray Water system installers
  • P J's Plumbing & Heating — Licensed plumber with experience installing solar thermal heating systems. Contact Pat McMullen, 30 Red Oak Dr, Belgrade, MT, (406) 388-5060
  • Summit Mechanical Inc — A full service plumbing and heating contractor with an emphasis on renewable energy systems, specifically geothermal and solar thermal. Contact: James Schenck, Summit Mechanical. 77 Elk Bugle Court, Belgrade, MT 59714 (406) 388-2064 email: jamessummit@bresnan.net
  • Williams Plumbing, Heating & Utilities — Bozeman's largest plumbing contractor. Contact: Doug Schnell, Williams Plumbing & Heating, 2131 Industrial Drive, Bozeman, MT 59715 (406) 922-3114 email: dschnell@willplumb.com
Solar Photo Voltaic, Solar Hot Water and GeoThermal Systems
  • Bozeman Green Build— If you've walk the M trail lately, you may have seen the 36 solar panels at a construction site in Brass Lantern subdivision producing jobsite electricity for this innovative general contractor. Contact John Palm, 3010 Linney Rd, Bozeman, MT 59718 (406) 580-6068 email: info@bozemangreenbuild.com
  • Build it Solar.com — Plans, tools and information to do renewable energy and conservation projects. Hundreds of projects - from changing a light bulb to building a solar home. Design information and tools for building renewable energy projects. Nothing For Sale - just free ideas, plans, and information. Contact Gary Reysa email: gary@BuildItSolar.com
  • Find Solar — This online directory offers links to qualified solar energy system installers in all areas of the country. The web site also gives consumers a place to estimate costs and output of solar systems for hot water, electricity, and pool or spa heating.
  • Independent Power Systems — Solar photo-voltaic electric systems. Contact Orion Thornton, 1404 Gold Ave #4, Bozeman, MT 59715, (406) 587-5295, email: montana@solarips.com
  • Modern Home Heating Inc — Information and resources for geothermal and renewable energy systems. Contact: Taylor Hendricksen, Modern Home Heating Inc, (406) 577-1183 email: taylor@modernhomeheating.com
  • Liquid Solar Systems — Solar thermal hardware and radiant heating specialist. Contact Todd Hoitsma, 702 E. Peach Street, Bozeman, MT 59715 (406) 581-1972 email: liquid.solar@mac.com
  • North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners — NABCEP offers national, credentialing and certifications for renewable energy professionals. Their mission is to support, and work with the renewable energy and energy efficiency industries, professionals, and stakeholders to develop and implement quality credentialing and certification programs for practitioners.
  • Planetary Systems — Solar photo voltaic electric systems, solar thermal, radiant heating. Contact Bill vonBrethorst, Box 340, 262 Badger Road Ennis, MT 59729, (406) 682-5646, email: brethors@3rivers.net
  • Solar Plexus — One of Montana's most established alternative energy design and installation companies. Solar Plexus in Missoula has a retail showroom with displays of solar-voltaic panels, wind turbines, and hydro electric systems. Solar Plexus does installations all over the state. Contact Lee Tavenner, Rip or Mary Hamilton, 1605 Stephens Ave, Missoula, MT 59801 (406) 721-1130 email: solplex@montana.com
  • Summit Mechanical Inc — A full service plumbing and heating contractor with an emphasis on renewable energy systems, specifically geothermal and solar thermal. Contact: James Schenck, Summit Mechanical. 77 Elk Bugle Court, Belgrade, MT 59714 (406) 388-2064 email: jamessummit@bresnan.net
Electricians
  • Christie Electric — Licensed electricians focusing on energy efficiency. Christie Electric performs energy efficiency upgrades to commercial buildings, and encourages energy efficient lighting in residences by encouraging use of LEDs (light emitting diodes), energy star florescent lighting and dimmer where appropriate. They also install Heat Recovery Ventilators (HRV) as an alternative to bathroom exhaust fans which dump heated air directly out side. The use of HRV's recapture heat from the air and preheats fresh air distributed throughout the house, which helps keep the house healthier and safer by exhausting harmful VOC's (Volatile Organic Compounds). Contact Mike Christie, P.O. Box 4205, Bozeman, MT 59772, (406) 587-2903 email: mchristie@montanadsl.net
  • Jim Purdy Electric — Jim Purdy is making a name for himself in Bozeman as "the biking electrician." A licensed residential electrician, Purdy rides to jobs, packing equipment in a bike trailer. He recycles copper wire and waste material, buys US-made products when possible, and limits the use of PVC. Jim works with clients to make sure their home is as energy efficient as possible. Contact Jim Purdy (406) 579 0958 email: bikingelectrician@gmail.com
Local Insulation Manufacturers and Distributors
  • Corbond — Neil Ganser is the founder of this Bozeman based insulation manufacturer. CORBOND insulation is formulated for Bozeman's high altitude and cold winter weather. The website has good information on how urethane foam is installed and why it's better than traditional batt insulation. 32404 Frontage Road, Bozeman, MT 59715 (406) 586-4585 email: corbond@corbond.com
  • Kevin Distributing — Distributors of UTC and Certainteed "GreenGuard" urethane insulation. Contact Jannell Christiaens, Kevin Distributing, Inc. (406) 424-8111 email: jannellc@kevindistributing.com
  • Montana Urethane Systems Supply Inc — MUSS is a distributor of products for the spray-in-place polyurethane foam insulation industry. They distribute polyurethane chemicals and coatings manufactured by Resin Technology Company. 2641 Jackrabbit Lane, Unit E Bozeman, Montana 59718, (406) 388-5304 email: info@mturethane.com
Insulation Installers
  • Advanced Insulation — Certified CorBond insulators. Contact Wayne Smith or Dave Smith, (406) 570 1396 or (406) 209-0004
  • BioSeal Insulation — Specializing in water-based urethane foam and cellulose insulation. Contact Greg Parks, PO Box 1125, Livingston, MT 59047, (406) 223-3381 email: biosealgreg@gmail.com
Siding Contractors
  • Covers All Siding — James Hardie recommended installer. Contact David Folsom, PO Box 4304, Bozeman, MT, (406) 579 8530 or (406) 582-8111, email: casconstruction@bresnan.net
  • Tri-State Exteriors LLC — James Hardie recommended installer. Contact Kit Carbah, 3422 S 12th Ave Rd #218 Nampa, ID, (208) 573-1394
Windows and Doors
Automated Control Systems
  • Integrated Audio & Technology — Shawn Black, Technology Integration Architect. Energy-saving whole house systems for controlling HVAC, lighting and entertainment. Contact Shawn Black 1627 West Main, Suite 191, Bozeman, MT 59715, (406) 579-5564 email: shawn@ru-integrated.com
  • Poindexters — With twenty years experience designing and installing music and video control systems in homes and businesses, they have installed systems for the Bozeman CooP, Comma Q Architecture, CTA Architecture, Daily Coffee, Intrinsik Architecture, ZimThor Architecture. Sell "Green" Acoustical Control Products under our new division called "Media Hardware". Contact Bill Costigan 28B Shawnee Way, Bozeman, MT 59715, (406) 586-4488 email: info@poindexters.com
Cabinetry and Cabinet Makers
  • Bridger Kitchens — Neil Kelly Cabinets dealer. 7540 Pioneer Way, Bozeman, MT 59718 (406) 582-1001 email: info@bridgerkitchens.com
  • Neil Kelly Cabinets — Award winning Portland, OR based cabinetmaker. Contact Paul Quimby 2636 NW 26th Ave. Suite 200 Portland, Oregon 97210 (503) 335-9207 email: PaulQ@neilkelly.com
  • Wagner Cabinetry — While not specifically a "green" cabinetry supplier, Wagner Cabinetry is local, and they're known for creative design and working within a range of budgets. Brian Wagner (406) 587 5806 email: info@wagnercabinetry.com
  • Center Mark Industries — Cabinet box makers. 20900 Frontage Rd Ste D Belgrade, MT 59714 (406) 388-3347
Finish Carpentry
  • Lindquist Craftsmanship — "From earth to heirloom / from rustic to refined" creating high-quality furniture, cabinets, doors, trimwork, wood floors using sustainable methods. Contact Brian Lindquist, PO Box 213, Bozeman, MT 59771, (406) 209-4201 email: lindcraft@hotmail.com
  • Rocky Mountain Woodwright — Healthy, sustainable building practices. Remodels, new construction and fine woodworking. Contact Mike Kelly, PO Box 6131, Bozeman, MT 59771, (406) 579-0587
  • Jordan Roberts / Sweet River Restoration — Finish carpenter specializing in using reclaimed wood. Contact Jordan Roberts (406) 600-1207 email: jrob823@hotmail.com
Decorative Concrete, Countertops and Tile
  • Elements Concrete — Artisan design studio specializing in concrete countertops, sinks, fireplace surrounds, furniture, and other custom projects. Eco-friendly process combines modern technology with old-school handcrafted quality. Contact Jerrad Inlow, 7175 Sypes Canyon Rd. Bozeman, MT 59715, (908) 797-1408 email: jinlow@elementsconcrete.com
  • Fantasia — Wide selection of recycled glass tile. Contact Tricia Kulbeck, 5 East Main St, Bozeman, MT 59715, (406) 582-0174, email: tricia@fantasiashowrooms.com
  • Glass Roots — Recycled glass tiles fired in solar power kilns. 5920 Sourdough Rd, Bozeman, MT 59715, (406) 581-4078 email: info@glassrootsofmontana.com
  • Konkrete Blond — Custom Concrete Staining. Contact Kristine Werner, Bozeman, MT 59715, (406) 587-0158
Paint and Plaster
  • Champion Painting — Ken Champion and his crew can do it all. Hanging sheetrock, mud and tape, interior and exterior painting using zero VOC products. 1627 W Main St # 246 Bozeman, MT 59715 (406) 581-3155 (406) 582-7594
  • Charlie Finch — Painting contractor who specializes in paint with no V.O.C.s or solvents. Bozeman, MT, (406) 209-1919
  • New Age Artisans — American Clay specialist. Contact Jeremy Mistretta, Bozeman, MT, (406) 570-6199
  • Progaia — Painting contractor who uses only environmentally responsible, sustainable, non-polluting, professional grade, green certified paints and finishes. Missoula, MT, (406) 721-1368
  • Howe Painting — Bozeman, MT, (406) 580-0932
Landscaping
  • Blanchford Landscape Contractors — Using natural materials and indigenous plants, they create intimate, inviting outdoor living spaces that enhance views, neutralize extreme weather conditions and make the most of a property's features. Contact Andrew Blanchford,(406) 587-3057, email: andrew@blanchfordlandscapecontractors.com
  • New West Landscapes— LEED accredited landscape designer. Specializes in sustainable and functional design for residential yards, businesses, institutions, communities and ecosystems. Contact: Errol Schumann (406) 595-0123 Bozeman, MT. 59718 email: newwestland@gmail.com
  • ForeverLawn.com — They're not your father's astro turf. Evergreen Waterless Lawns is a Boise based distributor of ForeverLawn which, in our opinion, is the most realistic artificial turf on the market. Plus it's LEEDs certified and made of recycled content. Contact William Lish, EverGreen Waterless Lawns LLC (208) 890-1867, email: egwaterless@cableone.net
  • Greenspace Landscaping.com — Creating beautiful outdoor living spaces through sustainable landscape design and installation. Contact Bill Halpin 34039 East Frontage Road Bozeman, MT 59715 (406) 586-375 email: billhalpin@imt.net
  • Beth MacFawn Landscape Design — Known for her signature designs since 1998, Beth's philosophy is "to create a place of harmony within the existing environment." Her use of native plants, whenever possible, enhances this philosophy. Contact Beth MacFawn P.O. Box 6421 Bozeman, MT. 59771 (406) 587-5211 email: beth@montanalandscapedesigner.com
  • Westscape Nursery — Westscape Nursery is a wholesale grower of native and locally adapted plants for sustainable landscapes and enhancement of upland and riparian environments for both public and private landowners. They also broker locally grown large trees and aquatic plant material. Their client base includes landscape contractors, designers, architects, builders, and conservation planters as well as sales to the general public on a cash & carry, "no frills" basis. They supplied plants for the Northern Plains Resource Bldg in Billings - the highest level LEEDS certified bldg in MT. Contact Robert & Laura, Westscape Wholesale Nursery 110 Progressive Dr. (corner of Airport Rd. & Spain Bridge Rd.) Belgrade, MT (406) 388-1116, email: westscapenursery@yahoo.com

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