Air Sealing And Insulating Exterior Walls In Existing Homes An area where many homes leak energy is through the exterior walls. Contrary to popular opinion, replacing windows is not the best solution. Air sealing and adding insulation to the exterior … Continue reading
Category Archives: Energy Savings
As winter is setting in and temperatures drop, many homeowners see their utility bills rise and realize they need to improve home energy efficiency. The easiest and most effective solution to staying warm and lowering home utility bills is topping … Continue reading
This winter has been very long and cold and has impacted most of the country. Heating costs have risen 28 percent and in some areas of the country doubled in cost. While new homebuyers have been demanding energy-efficient homes for … Continue reading
As the weather changes and the temperature begins to fall, the importance of home insulation and energy efficiency becomes a priority for many homeowners. We are happy to provide some advice on how best to use cellulose insulation along with … Continue reading
Minimizing air movement in and out of a house is key to building an energy-efficient home. Controlling air leakage is also critical to moisture control. It is always best to use techniques and materials identified as best practices for your … Continue reading
Energy efficient home features are becoming nearly standard practice among some homebuilders nowadays. Many builders see this as a way to compete against existing homes, boasting it as a way for homeowners to save money on utility bills. National Association … Continue reading
The attic of a home for most of the United States can be a dreadful place to visit in the summer for homeowners. Depending on the geographical area, attics in the summer are stereotypically scorching and feel hotter than the … Continue reading
April is new homes month. And one of the virtues of a newly constructed home is the savings that come with reduced energy and maintenance expenses. For example, for routine maintenance expenses, 26% of all homeowners spend $100 or more … Continue reading
A new report by the UNC Center for Community Capital and Institute for Market Transformation shows the risk of mortgage default is one-third lower for energy-efficient, ENERGY STAR-rated homes-a factor lenders and Congress should consider when making mortgage loans and … Continue reading
The housing downturn of the last few years affected not only the number of new homes that are built each year, but also the characteristics, features and size of the ones that do get built. Builders and other industry professionals … Continue reading