The choice of available insulation types is enormous these days, and each one seems to have its unique benefits and disadvantages.
One of the least-known types of insulation is foam insulation. Unfortunately, when it comes to foam, it seems that most people haven’t even heard of it, never mind knowing what it is and its benefits.
We did it again. Here’s the case study for our second fully netzero solar home renovation in Saint Petersburg, FL. Read more to see the before and after pictures, all the numbers, and many of the lessons learned. Did it all go as planned?
Floor heating, also referred to as radiant floor heating, is a fantastic home trend in new homes and renovations focusing on comfortable, clean, design-led living.Â
But, although there’s no denying underfloor heating is an excellent way to keep your home warm, is it worth the additional hassle and cost?
A radiant heating system provides heat directly to the floor or the panels on the ceiling or walls of a home. They consume little electricity, which is a considerable advantage for off-grid homes or homes located in areas where electricity prices are high.
But, you may be curious to know precisely how much electricity these heating systems consume.
Ductless mini-split heat pumps aren’t as common as central HVAC using ducts. However, many homeowners are now choosing ductless heating and cooling systems for different reasons.
So, you may wonder if using a ductless mini-split is worth it.
Have you ever walked into a highly cozy room, although it’s a blisteringly cold morning? There is no radiator in sight—common sense suggests it should be just as cold inside.
It might seem too good to be true, but it’s not! These conditions are the result of radiant heating.Â
Americans taking advantage of more efficient HVAC systems, and mini-splits are increasing their market share in the states. Mini-splits are very reliable, but now and again, they can have issues like any mechanical device.Â
We’ve dedicated a lot of blog real estate to various types of hurricane and impact windows. Still, today we want to discuss whether it’s worth buying Energy Star-certified storm windows.
Is this a more energy-efficient decision than purchasing regular windows?
Uncomfortable temperatures can take the edge off our enjoyment of garage spaces, but there is a solution: improving the energy efficiency of your garage door.
One option is Cellofoam, which has been successfully used by thousands of people across the US to insulate their garage doors from the extremes of temperature that standard garage doors do nothing to guard against.
Even the quietest of noises can seem horrendous at 3 am when we’ve been lying in bed trying to get to sleep for hours. So, it’s no wonder that a more serious plumbing-related noise can truly drive us round the bend.
Some plumbing noises are very distinctive and are caused by one of a handful of reasons. Others can be much harder to pinpoint and diagnose, making them more challenging to fix.
In summer, you have several home cooling options, including a humidifier, air cooler, air conditioner, and dehumidifier.
Of these, people tend to go with a humidifier and air conditioner.
A wide range of products is available to help protect your home from the worst of the high winds and intense rainfall that hurricanes bring.
Hurricane window screens are one such option and are an excellent solution for hurricane protection, offering a relatively low-cost, flexible, and effective solution.
