by Tim Snyder | Aug 6, 2013 | Attics, Heating & Cooling
Air-sealing and insulating the attic will improve upstairs temperatures and cut your utility bills. Upstairs rooms (those directly beneath the attic) suffer the most when the attic isn’t well insulated. In the summer, these rooms are often uncomfortably hot even...
by Susan Jensen Smith | Jul 24, 2013 | Attics, Heating & Cooling
While I normally write about practical design (a.k.a., things you can see), my overall objective is to help homeowners fall in love with their homes. If your rooms are uncomfortable, it doesn’t matter how beautiful they are. A pretty house with ugly room...
by Larry Janesky | Jul 1, 2013 | Conditioned Spaces, Heating & Cooling
Climate control and comfort in a home depends on much more than the size, power and efficiency of the heating and cooling system. It depends on proper insulation, air sealing and, above all, it depends on the air duct’s distribution and adequate balance between...
by Tim Snyder | Jun 25, 2013 | Conditioned Spaces, Heating & Cooling
Some homeowners want to improve home energy efficiency because it’s a major element in greener living –a commitment to environmental awareness. Other folks are motivated by the cost savings you achieve. According to the Dept. of Energy, most houses use twice the...
by Joseph R. Provey | Jun 25, 2013 | Conditioned Spaces, Heating & Cooling
Whether you suffer from soaring temperatures for 2 months a year or 6, there are some no-sweat things to can to make your life cooler. The methods you choose will depend on several variables, not the least of which is your own internal thermostat. Some people can...
