Once relegated to the domain of ‘tree-hugging’ environmentalists, net-zero homes are now gaining popularity with every passing year, with their financial, ecological, and health benefits finally getting the recognition they deserve.
Can insulation prevent creepy crawlies? Yes, but it depends on what type you have. We break down the top three choices for insulation to prevent bugs and pests.
Doors, windows, insulation. All these qualities can make a home more energy-efficient, but did you know that so too can the shape of your home? It’s true! So which house shape boasts the most energy efficiency?
When considering your insulation options, foam board is bound to come up. Besides the price of insulation, you’re also choosing the best type of insulation for your home based on its R-value. What is the R-value of foam board insulation?
To insulate your garage or not insulate your garage? That is the question- whether ‘tis nobler to suffer from chills and noise from an uninsulated garage. Or whether to take insulation to the nooks and crannies and, by insulating, end them?
After several months in a row of especially high energy bills, you’ve done a bit of research and narrowed down your choices between Rockwool and cellulose insulation. But which is the better pick?
Are net-zero homes cost-prohibitive to build? No! A carefully planned zero-energy house might cost you as little as 5 percent more than a standard house.
Insulation, when installed properly, is a fantastic luxury that keeps us warm in the winter and cool in the summer. However, if that insulation gets wet, it could be a different story. Is wet insulation a risk and if so, what can be done about it?
Insulation is important for energy efficiency. But can it make your home more vulnerable to fire? We look at the fire safety of common insulation materials.
There’s nothing like hot showers during the winter, especially in colder climates. Having a reliable heat pump for showers or cooking helps prevent any frustrations from defective craftsmanship. But how reliable are they?
Insulation being installed correctly and not posing a possible health hazard is well worth exploring. Which begs the question: can insulation make you sick?
When installing insulation in a building of any kind, you will inevitably have to deal with placing insulation around electrical wires. But how do you do so safely? Can insulation touch electrical wires in your home?
