Home Ventilation Methods for Health and Efficiency
Proper ventilation is the key to a fresh-smelling home and a healthy family. It also allows for a comfortable environment, increasing energy efficiency and reducing your heating and cooling costs.
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MERV Filter Ratings: What Is It & What Do They Mean?
MERV is the Minimum Efficiency Reporting Value of an air filter. So what does that mean, and how do you know which one is right for your home? We explain.
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12 Ways to Insulate Your Container Home for Savings
Shipping containers are becoming increasingly attractive as dwellings. However, they are steel boxes and often conduct heat too well for comfort. So how can we insulate them to improve their habitability and also save money on energy?
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Types of Heat Pumps In Your Home (And What is Being Heated)
Heat pumps are an extremely efficient way to heat and cool your home. There are several types of heat pumps that you can use, and picking one is like selecting any other appliance—it will come down to your budget, needs, and location.
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Equipment Used in a Blower Door Test (And Can It Be Rented?)
The equipment used in doing a blower door test is critical. Purchasing equipment can run several thousand dollars, but it is possible to rent or have a professional do the testing for much cheaper.
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What is Aerogel, And Why Might It Be Good for Insulation?
Aerogel is a category of low-density solid gels where the liquid has been replaced with gas or air. Insulating your entire house with aerogel sounds crazy at first, but the truth is this insulation may prove to be pretty effective.
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Your Ultimate Guide to ICF Construction (Should You Use It?)
Have you ever wondered about using ICF construction (insulated concrete forms) for your next build)? The technology isn’t necessarily new, but it’s gaining steam due to all the benefits. We dive in here to provide as much as we can to help you make your decision on whether you should use it or not.
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18 Sustainable Building Materials Changing the Market
With society becoming increasingly environmentally conscious, more and more people are on the lookout for sustainable building materials to use in their projects. Check out these 18 eco-conscious and sustainable building products you may want to use in your next project.
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Why Are HVAC Systems Measured In Tons?
Have you ever noticed that HVAC units are measured in tons? What does that even mean? And how do you know how many tons you need? We explain here.
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16 Ways to Save Money on HVAC Costs
Sweltering summers and subzero winters can make your utility bills skyrocket. Use these top tips to not only make the most of your HVAC system but also reduce your bills.
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How to Avoid Home Heat Loss (And Why You Want to Stop It)
Heat flows from warmer to colder—it’s a law of nature. So when it’s colder outside than inside, home heat loss is unavoidable. However, you can reduce heat losses in just about any home, old or new. Read on to find out more about heat loss and what you can do about it.
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What is Air Duct Leakage? (And What Can You Do About It?)
Air ducts are tubes attached to the furnace or AC in your central heating, that distribute the conditioned air around the house. But sometimes, a problem arises and you don’t get that result—the air ducts leak.
