Rigid Foam Board Insulation: Pros and Cons
Rigid foam board insulation is one of a large number of types of insulation that could benefit your home. It has particular uses and is an efficient insulation solution for your home.
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40 Attainable, Sustainable Homes That Are Still Affordable
When it comes to affordable and sustainable living options, modular homes are the future. Modular homes, also known as prefab homes, are pre-designed houses with repeated sections or ‘modules’ in…
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Rockwool (Mineral Wool) Insulation: Pros and Cons
living space, be it a new house or simply an old one in need of an upgrade, you should learn as much as you can about mineral wool, as it is one of the most popular insulating materials currently available.
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Comparing Rigid Foam Board and Spray Foam Insulation
Even if you don’t know much about the topic, you’ve probably heard of foam insulation. The two main types of foam insulation are spray foam and rigid foam board insulation. While both are made from the same basic materials, they have certain significant differences.
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What is the R-Value of Spray Foam Insulation? (With Chart)
Spray foam is a great way to insulate your home. It is versatile in its usage and is highly effective in shielding homes and businesses from thermal penetration. Additionally, its R-value could influence your insulation decision process.
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What Are Cool Roofs Made Of? (The Most Efficient Materials)
Cool roofing isn’t an entirely new concept. Scientists have assessed materials that can lower thermal emittance and solar reflectance for countless years. In fact, the very first “cool roof” material was introduced in California more than two decades ago! This article will explore some of the most efficient materials available on the market from which cool roofs are made.
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The Top 16 Modular Home Builders in Massachusetts
It may be your dream to someday live in Massachusetts. Let’s look at which modular home builders can make your dream come true.
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Cellulose vs. Fiberglass Insulation: The Heavyweight Matchup
Cellulose and fiberglass insulation are two of the most common and cost-effective types of insulation. Homeowners across the United States use both types of insulation to protect their homes from thermal penetration.
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How to Be Green (Sustainable and Money-Wise) With Your STR
A lot of talk has been thrown around lately about being sustainable, being green, going net-zero, and all the rest. We see it in the news, politics, product advertisements, and all the rest.
But is it possible to create a true win-win and make your short-term rental (AirBnb, VRBO, etc) more sustainable and make you more money in the process? I’m happy to say that it is possible and that I’ve done it on my own rentals.
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Nine Great Modular Homes Under $75k
If you’re looking to build a modular home, chances are you’re on a very tight budget.
Ideally, you’d prefer to buy a prefab home for under $100k, even under $75k. But are there homes that suit your budget? -
The Beginner’s Guide to Air Duct Sealing: Three Proven Methods
Duct sealing is usually an afterthought in many home improvement projects, but it can make or break the efficiency of your HVAC systems. Generally, air duct pathways are imperfect and have tiny gaps that can leak large amounts of air.
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How Can Your Credit Score Impact Getting a Solar Loan?
Unless you have $20,000 to invest in a solar system, you might need to consider getting a solar loan initially, which might make you wonder if your credit score is good enough to qualify you for a solar loan.
