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 […]
What are My Options for Improving Home Insulation?
Many homeowner’s know there are issues with their home’s insulation: constantly running heating or cooling systems, rooms that are hotter or colder than the rest of the house, and other efficiency or comfort problems. But what are the best options for improving home insulation? In this blog, we’ll look at the most common insulation issues, […]
What is Home Air Sealing and Do I Need It for My House?
There are many options when it comes to improving your home’s performance. New doors and windows, new insulation, a better HVAC system, and extensive ventilation and home remodeling. However, one of the most straightforward options is air sealing: the evaluation and sealing of air leaks in your home. By reducing air leaks, you reduce the […]
What is Whole Home Ventilation?
When it comes to dealing with issues of health, comfort, and energy efficiency in the home, ventilation is often the first recommendation of home performance experts. Many houses, both newer ones with HVAC systems and older homes that have been retrofitted for today’s comfort and climate, suffer from issues related to airflow, air quality, and […]
What is the Whole Home Approach to House Health & Comfort?
As houses age, utility bills rise, and homeowners spend more time indoors, home performance experts, energy auditors, and home renovation contractors are moving toward a whole home approach to addressing the issues of home health, quality, and efficiency. What this means is that when you work with experts in the home performance field, they’ll provide […]
The Difference Between an Energy Audit and a Home Evaluation
When you’re looking to solve issues with your home, especially around higher energy costs or heating and cooling, your first stop might be an energy audit. But if you want the full story of what might be wrong with your home, as well as addressing home comfort and air quality health issues, you should get […]