Why Choose Hemp?
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Hempcrete is non-toxic, making it the healthiest choice for home building. Come inside your house as it’s in construction and it won’t smell like chemicals and glues. Instead it will smell like earth and plants.
It is also naturally mold and mildew resistant, making it the perfect choice for the millions of Americans who has been subjected to mold exposure.
In addition, it is a bioremediator, meaning that it frees the soils it is grown in from chemicals, boosts the soil food web and sequesters carbon, which makes it the only building material that is carbon negative.
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Hempcrete has an R-value of 2.4/inch, making it extremely efficient. It also has thermal mass, which means it will hold the heat in your home for not just hours, but days. Furthermore, it is breathable, so it naturally regulates temperature and moisture. Our cast-in-situ technique provides an R30 Hempcrete wall, far exceeding the most recent international energy codes.
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While being grown, hemp sequesters about 18,000 lbs of carbon per acre. Before building, it is mixed with lime to create a long-lasting and recyclable building material made from this agricultural byproduct of the plant. Agricultural hemp is incredibly water wise and can be grown on as little as 18 acre inches of water per season even in very arid areas where the average cotton crop may require 30 inches.
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Fire resistant materials are becoming ever more important in our changing environment. Hempcrete is non-combustible and considered to be fireproof. Using Hempcrete will also reduce the potential exposure to harmful VOCs.
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Hempcrete not only gives your home an acoustically pleasing environment, it is also visually pleasing. Layers of the compacted hemp give the impression of waves or striations in the Earth’s layers. And because of the nature of the material, it is possible to leave walls exposed for aesthetic appeal.
About Us
Welcome to High Desert Hemp Homes, where sustainability meets craftsmanship in the art of homebuilding.
At HDHH, we pride ourselves on pioneering sustainable building practices while maintaining an unwavering commitment to quality.
Our signature material, hempcrete, lies at the heart of our ethos. Hempcrete is a revolutionary building material made from the inner core of the hemp plant combined with lime and water. This natural composite offers exceptional insulation properties, regulates humidity, and significantly reduces carbon emissions compared to traditional construction materials. By harnessing the power of hempcrete, we create homes that are not only energy-efficient but also contribute to a healthier planet.
Beyond our dedication to sustainability, High Desert Hemp Homes is renowned for its commitment to quality craftsmanship. Every home we build is a testament to our attention to detail, precision, and passion for excellence. From the initial design concept to the final touches, we work closely with our clients to ensure that their vision is brought to life with the highest standards of construction.
As a family-owned and operated business, we understand the importance of creating spaces that foster a sense of belonging and warmth. Our team takes pride in building more than just houses; we create homes where memories are made, families grow, and dreams are realized.
Thank you for considering High Desert Hemp Homes for your homebuilding needs. Together, let's build a future where sustainability and quality go hand in hand, one hempcrete home at a time.
Our Work
As seen in Dwell Magazine
“We wanted to create a place that she can always go back to, without having to rely on traditional non-sustainable materials or fossil fuels. It's a place for friends and family to reconnect with nature. We are nearing the completion of the house, and it's a dream come true to be able to create something that we will be proud to pass down to future generations.”