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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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Are Small Wind Turbines Worth It? (Pros And Cons to Consider)

Not just another pipe dream, generating your own electricity could be the key to cutting your bill in half. A slowly emerging technology, small wind turbines are the new age of renewable, organic energy.

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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.

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How to Test For Air Duct Leakage (With Tools You Need)

Testing for air duct leakage is essential for energy efficiency and to prevent unseen damage to a home’s structure. Air duct leaks can lead to excess moisture in the house, poor air quality, energy loss, and extensive wear on your heating and cooling units. 

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What Makes Aircrete Efficient & Sustainable?

For many homeowners, choosing materials that improve energy efficiency and are eco-friendly is also essential. If you have any of these specifications, it’s worth checking out Aircrete, a lightweight concrete alternative with compression strength.

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What Is an Off-Grid Home? (And Can It Be Net-Zero?)

Technology and rising interest in shipping container homes, tiny homes, and other minimalist housing alternatives allow families interested in sustainable lifestyles to move to off-grid living. But what does it really mean to build and live in an off-grid home? Here is all you need to know to decide if an off-grid home is right for you. 

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The Ultimate Guide to Mobile Home Energy Efficiency

For the 20 million Americans who live in mobile homes, energy efficiency is paramount. Efficiency can be just as consistent in a snowstorm or a heatwave if energy management is done right. Here are the best ways to improve mobile home energy efficiency.  

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Cool Roofs: What Do They Cost? (And Are They Worth It?)

For homeowners looking to reduce the cooling costs of their home, make it more eco-friendly, or simply just have it take on a more natural aesthetic, a cool roof may…

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How Much Does a Blower Door Test Cost? (Is it Worth It?)

Most people don’t know what a blower door test is, but it’s become the go-to tool for solving home air leaks and improving energy efficiency. The money spent on a blower door test could pay off fairly quickly, saving you on residual heating costs.

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Using Aeroseal for Air Duct Sealing: Is It The New Standard?

Have you been looking into air duct sealing solutions? Perhaps it’s a good time to take a look at Aeroseal, a new and innovative way to increase energy efficiency and comfort in your home.

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Home Insulation Incentives in the USA: What Can You Get?

Here at Attainable Home, we’re all about being eco-friendly and saving energy. However, did you know that there are actually incentive programs throughout the United States to help encourage energy-efficient…

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How To Get a HERS Rating on Your Home (in Plain English)

Photo credit given to RESNET / HERS Index Score If you’re looking to get a HERS rating on your home, but you don’t know anything about it, you’re not alone….

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