Decks, Energy Efficiency, Gutters, Outdoor Living, Windows & Doors October 7, 2020 Sonia
By Monte Burch With the beginning of fall weather comes that much dreaded annual chore—winterizing your home. Many of these chores are ignored, but a little time spent before the football season can be extremely important, not only in conserving fuel and money, but in effectively maintaining a comfortable and safe environment. Following are some tips […]
Basement, Energy Efficiency, Home Improvement Products, Hot Products, Latest Home Improvement Products, Safety January 13, 2020 chad
Don’t waste time and energy! Dry your clothes with one cycle! Dryer Duct Booster® reduces clothes drying time by 60% or more and prevents lint build-up, dust and fire hazard potential. Tjernlund’s residential capacity Dryer Duct Booster® is ideal for restrictive or long dryer exhaust duct runs over 25 equivalent feet. Saves significant energy by reducing drying times 60% or […]
Construction How-To, Energy Efficiency October 3, 2018 Sonia
By Matt Weber Having moved my family into a larger house, one of my first concerns was: How much will my utility bills increase to heat/cool the extra square footage? I’m the dad after all, so it’s my job to follow my kids around and turn off all the light switches they leave on. “Close the door! Are you trying […]
Energy Efficiency, HVAC, HVAC Maintenance, Insulation and Energy Conservation September 26, 2018 Sonia
Even though you may often overlook the ductwork in your home, the smooth running of your HVAC system is contingent on the ductwork’s efficiency. It is the delivery system for conditioned air around your home and needs to be up to scratch for optimal performance. Repairing ducting that is in poor condition is put off by many homeowners to save […]
Construction How-To, Electrical, Energy Efficiency September 25, 2017 Sonia
Do Your Part (the Lazy Way)
Construction How-To, Energy Efficiency, Home Improvement Products November 9, 2016 Sonia
By Tom Matthews When the temperature drops and cold weather rolls in, it’s time to prepare your home for winter inside and out. Sealing off air leaks and installing adequate insulation are two of the most effective ways to save energy, Search for Leaks Whether through walls, floors, the ceiling or ductwork, air […]
Construction How-To, Energy Efficiency, Garages, Latest Home Improvement Products, walls September 20, 2016 chad
Energy Awareness Month in October serves as an ideal time for builders and home buyers to pay special attention to the construction of new homes. Originally designated by President George Bush in 1991, Energy Awareness Month spotlights how specifying energy-efficient products when a home is built can help homeowners save substantially on long-term energy bills. […]
Caulk/Sealant Products, Energy Efficiency, Insulation and Energy Conservation September 22, 2015 Sonia
Save Energy, Save Money By Tom Matthews
