When to Clean and When to Replace a Bathroom Exhaust Fan
Wet walls, fogging windows, damp surfaces: if you’ve got these in your bathroom, chances are you’ve got a ventilation issue. Your bathroom fan is likely your first culprit, but there’s also a chance you’ve got deeper underlying ventilation problems you need to address. Today, we’re going to look at when your fan needs cleaning or […]
Dealing with a Stinky House: Odor and Air Quality Issues
Sometimes, persistent home odors sneak up on us: one day, you (or a guest) suddenly realize your home smells bad. Stinky house syndrome isn’t just a nuisance; it’s an indication that something may be significantly wrong with your home. It’s important to diagnose the issue and find the source, as ventilation and air quality problems […]
Improving Attic Insulation in Your Home
If you’re dealing with higher energy bills, reviewing your home insulation is a top option for improving energy efficiency and home performance. And at the top of that list should be improving attic insulation for your home. Once you get your attic inspected and choose the type of insulation to install, you’ll see quick returns […]
The Hidden Health Benefits of Home Comfort Renovations
Most clients come to home performance renovation experts because they have a problem. Skyrocketing electric bills, drafts, condensation issues, and more—things that impact the cost and comfort of living in their home. However, when you approach home comfort renovations holistically, you can also reap health benefits in your home, including improved air quality, reduced allergens, […]
What are the 3 Most Cost-Effective Energy Efficiency Renovations?
Every time you feel the heating or cooling turn on, or a drafty or hot room, do you think about the higher utility bills you’re going to have this month? You’re not alone. More and more US households are looking to protect their long-term investments by improving their homes through energy efficiency renovations. Learn how […]
Why You Should Invest in a Paid Energy Audit
If you’re looking to improve home performance and energy efficiency, a quick search for “energy audit” will bring up businesses that offer free energy audits in your area. Others will offer paid energy audits, so why not go with the free option? Like many free services provided by businesses, it’s a sales tactic to get […]
Temperature & Moisture: The Conditions for Mold in Homes
No homeowner wants mold growing in their home, but the circumstances that lead to it aren’t always clear. Today, we’re going to talk about the key conditions for mold in homes: temperature and moisture. We’ll look at how mold forms, the issues mold spores can cause to your health, and how home performance improvements, like […]
Do You Need More Ventilation in Your Bathroom & Kitchen?
Whether you’ve just had a kitchen renovation or you’ve had the same bathroom since you moved into the home, if you’ve got home issues such as moisture buildup, poor air quality and odor, and mold growth, chances are you need more ventilation in your bathroom and kitchen. Today, we’ll go over the common issues ventilation […]
Is the Exterior of Your Home Energy Efficient?
Your home’s exterior is the first line of defense against the elements, keeping your home safe from weather-related damage, water, and wind. But it is also the first line of defense to keep your HVAC systems from working overtime. Today, we’re going to look at the exterior of your home to see if it’s energy […]
Do I Have to Replace Doors and Windows for Energy Efficiency?
If you’re looking at a quote for new doors and windows, especially multiple installations as part of a house improvement project, it can be quite the sticker shock. Before you commit, it’s worth researching whether you need to replace doors and windows for energy efficiency. Working with home performance experts is not just about getting […]