The popularity of spray foam insulation has steadily increased in recent years. Although it can cost approximately two to three times more than traditional batts or blown/loose-fill insulation, the long-term benefits of spray foam gone bad often increase your cost....
So, your local professional has come in and performed the blower door test on your home. He or she has calculated all the information and turned it into numbers that reference your home’s air leakage. But wait, slow down, what do these numbers mean? It...
Home Performance with ENERGY STAR takes a comprehensive approach to efficiency and comfort. As much as half of the energy used in your home goes to heating and cooling. So making smart decisions about your home’s heating, ventilating, and air conditioning (HVAC)...
Heating mistakes that are increasing your Heating bills. Heating your house can get expensive, and that’s perfectly normal. But when your utility bill suddenly hits the roof and stays there for multiple billing periods, you may be committing some heating errors that...
Some of the biggest air leaks in your home can often be traced to the attic, resulting in sky-high energy bills and a house that’s too warm in summer, and too cold in winter. However, the good news is that the attic is one of the easier rooms to insulate and air seal,...
