Are Blower Door Tests Really That Important?
Getting a blower door test done in your home can help you cut energy costs, prevent rot and mold, raise the value of your home, and improve indoor air quality.
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Air Sealing vs. Insulation: What’s Better For Efficiency?
Air sealing vs. insulation: both can both be important measures to improve your home’s energy efficiency. Where should you start?
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Energy Efficient Home Resale Value (What Improvements Work)
If you want to increase your home’s resale value, consider going green with Energy Star windows and appliances, lighting, insulation, air sealing and solar panels.
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Does Air Duct Sealing Work? (With Project Cost Estimates)
Air duct sealing is one surefire way to decrease your monthly energy bill and increase your home’s energy efficiency. Whether you choose to perform the inspection and air sealing yourself or hire a professional, the energy savings will far outweigh the upfront costs of the project.
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Home Air Sealing: Fix These 6 Common Leaky Areas for Savings
Air sealing your home increases energy efficiency and decreases energy bills. Finding and fixing the air leakage points is the key to maintaining a more efficient home.
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DIY These 5 Budget Home Air Sealing Products to Save Money
Air sealing your home is a low-cost way to save money on your energy bills and increase the efficiency of your home. No matter where you live or how old your home is, there are likely ways to improve the air sealing of your home.
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16 Reasons Why You Should Definitely Not Lease Solar Panels
Leasing solar panels can be a tempting option. But there are a lot of compelling reasons not to. In this article, we tackle 16 reasons, along with personal stories, about why it’s probably not a good idea.
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Do Homes With Solar Sell Faster? (What The Research Says)
If you’re still considering whether or not to install solar panels, you may be wondering whether they’ll help you to sell your home faster if and when you decide to…
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How Fast is The Solar Energy Industry Growing in the USA?
Without a doubt, the growth of the solar industry is really picking up steam and there appears to be no turning back from here, given the lower cost and mass adoption rate. See how solar is growing across the U.S., and what states are growing the fastest.
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Solar Panels In Winter and Cold Climates: Do They Work?
I’m sure you’ve seen on TV or online that solar panels are the new green energy source for your home. You can use them to power your house, heat water, and even generate electricity! But do they actually work in winter and cold climates? The answer might surprise you.
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Net-Zero vs Conventional Construction: How They’re Different
Ever wonder what the differences are between a home built for net-zero energy versus conventional construction methods? We dive in here, and compare the old methods to what’s undoubtedly going to become the standard in the near future.
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Net-Zero vs Passive House: What Are the Similarities and Differences?
There are many differences between a passive house and a net-zero house. We dive into the definitions, studies, and even our own case study to show these two known goals of building and renovating energy efficient homes.
