Learn about building a more energy efficient home with Bob Vila, including information on energy saving lightbulbs and natural home cooling, video tours of energy efficient homes, and more.
TXI Maximizer Concrete Tina Ongley from TXI joins Steve Easley to discuss the strong, lightweight concrete being used at the EnergyWise House. TXI Maximizer Concrete is ...
Tyco Reducing loss through leaks in ductwork is an important step in creating an energy efficient home. Steve Easley is joined by Tyco's Bruce Thore to ...
Tyvek Wrapping a home in a protective envelope is a good building practice that helps combat a home's worst enemies: water, moisture and air ...
Tyvek House Wrap Installation Bob meets with building consultant Steven Easley to learn about Tyvek: what it is, how it works and how to install it.
Understanding Low-e Window Coatings You can tell a lot about windows just by looking at them. But if you rely on your eyes alone, you'll miss an invisible but important energy-saving ...
Vanguard Piping Systems Vanex PEX provides homeowners with a more water and energy efficient plumbing system. The MANABLOC is a home-run plumbing system, with its own ...
Vapor Diffusion Retarders and Air Barriers Vapor diffusion retarders, air retarders, and air/vapor retarders all relate to the interaction of temperature and moisture in and around the ...
Weatherproof Doorframes Bob Vila is joined by Rick Hagel of BMS Framesaver to preview the unique doorframes that will be installed in the EnergyWise House. By adding a ...
