Is It More Energy Efficient to Upgrade Your AC or Add Insulation?
If you’ve seen your electric bills increase over the summer and your home takes longer to cool, you’re probably eyeing both your current AC system and home performance upgrades that improve energy efficiency, such as home insulation. But which is the better option: upgrade your AC or add insulation? In this blog, we look over […]
How Air Sealing Works to Make Your Home Energy Efficient
The best HVAC system in the world won’t save you money if your home is leaking all that air. Before you look at expensive exterior remodeling, you’ve got another, less expensive option: air sealing. Learn how air sealing works to make homes more energy efficient by sealing the holes, cracks, and gaps that let air […]
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 […]
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 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 […]
How a Home Evaluation with an Energy Audit Improves Renovations
Whether you’re looking for a remodel for your bathroom or kitchen or a more extensive renovation for your entire home, before you get started, it’s important to do your homework. Beyond comparing contractors and making idea boards, you should also make sure your renovations are not just beautiful, but make your home a healthier, happier […]