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Sep 29

Is Your Attic Door Cover Adequate?

Most of us don’t understand the importance and benefits of an attic door cover. However, it’s an important step if you want to decrease your utility bills. Most attic doors are uninsulated and have gaps around the perimeter of the door. This exposed entryway provides a route for the unconditioned... read more →

September 29, 2017

Sep 28

Create a Solar Home On a Budget

Everyone can benefit from turning their home into a solar home. Even people in the Pacific Northwest and Alaska, places known for a lack of sunshine, can benefit from solar panels. It just takes one hour of midday summer sun to equal the amount of one year’s electricity demand in... read more →

September 28, 2017

Sep 25

How to Safely Apply Spray Foam Insulation

Spray foam insulation consistently outperforms all other types of insulation. Unfortunately, while effective at both insulating and sealing, polyurethane spray foam does have ingredients that can cause adverse health effects if not handled properly. These ingredients include isocyanates which can cause skin and eye irritation, asthma, lung damage, and other... read more →

September 25, 2017

Sep 23

Easy DIY AC Repair

Having your HVAC unit breakdown on a hot day during the summer is bad. It’s even worse if you have to wait around for a few days in the heat for a contractor to come. Luckily, there are some AC problems that you can repair yourself. Most common AC repair... read more →

September 23, 2017

Sep 21

New High Efficiency Solar Panel

LG recently revealed their newest high efficiency solar panel, the NeON R. With an increase in performance and a more seamless design, it could be the answer to your energy efficiency challenges. Improved Design Will Improve Performance The NeOn R has the highest wind and snow load ratings so far... read more →

September 21, 2017

Sep 18

Why Choose Steel Roofing?

Many homeowners choose a metal roof because of the many advantages it has over other types of roofing material. Steel is the most widely used metal but you can also find roofs made of other metals. In this article, we’re going to take a look at these metals and see... read more →

September 18, 2017

Sep 18

The Different Types of Polyurethane Insulation

Polyurethane has a wide variety of applications ranging from cushioning in automobiles to construction materials. There are several different types of polyurethane insulation that can serve various purposes and needs. In this article, we’re going to take a closer look at a few types of polyurethane insulation and their uses.... read more →

September 18, 2017

Sep 16

House Siding: An Important Choice to Make

First impressions are important. That goes for houses as well as people. In addition to the first thing people notice, exterior siding is your home’s first line of defense. If your siding is aging and not protecting your home well it may be time to upgrade. There are a few... read more →

September 16, 2017

Sep 14

A Home Energy Audit Can Help Increase Savings

Installing solar panels is a good way to save money on your energy bill. When planning for solar panels, make sure your home’s envelope is in good condition. The windows, doors, walls, roof, and foundation of your home make up the building envelope. A proper building envelope can increase your... read more →

September 14, 2017

Sep 13

The Benefits of Window Insulation Film

Window insulation film is one way to improve your window’s performance. It is fairly inexpensive and easy to install. But that’s not all. Window films also have one of the highest performances per dollar spent. Let’s take a look at some of the benefits. What is Window Insulation Film? Window... read more →

September 13, 2017