Humidifiers and Sun Screen
These two products work well but only in certain conditions. Lathering up with sun screen on a cloudy day makes about as much sense as living in the south and purchasing a humidifier. Dr Allison Bailes says, “if you really want to solve the problem, seal the air leaks.” He goes on to say: Ideally, […]
They’re Flocking to Buy These Energy Efficient Homes – Really?
Buyers are flocking? …is that sort-a like a stampede? I read a recent blog article promoting energy codes and how appraisers are recognizing energy efficient homes. The author stated: “consumers are flocking to buy these homes over conventional homes”. Really? The concept of energy savings is very closely related and is affected by an increase in Delta […]
MAY 2012 :: Building Safety Month
It was a law! :: If it ruins goods, he shall make compensation for all that has been ruined, and inasmuch as he did not construct properly this house which he built and it fell, he shall re-erect the house from his own means.
How to Become a Home Energy Professional
I like the 9 Steps to Becoming a Successful Home Energy Pro by Allison Bailes.
Are Radiant Barriers Worth the Money?
Radiant barriers are cool! Well, actually they get quite warm, but they help the space below them stay cooler when used on a roof assembly above an unconditioned attic. They can drop the temperature of an attic about 20° F.
But are they cost effective? How much in actual savings on your energy bills can you expect if you pay to get a radiant barrier installed during construction of your new home?