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.
Building an Energy Star Certified Home John Livermore joins Bob to explain the Energy Star Homes program started in the 1970s by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. The red blower ...
Building an Energy-Efficient Florida Home This home will be about 50 percent more energy efficient than a typical Florida home. Bill Zoeller, a consulting architect with Mercedes, has ...
Caulk and Weather Strip Warmed or air-conditioned air mixes with outside air through gaps in your home's thermal envelope—exterior walls, windows, doors, the roof, and ...
Ceramic Coatings for Increased Insulation Ceramic coatings and insulating paints bring huge energy savings as they prevent conditioned air loss from inside and block heat buildup from outside.
CertainTeed WeatherBoards FiberCement Siding Steve Easley is joined by CertainTeed's Steve Booz to discuss the siding being used on the EnergyWise House. CertainTeed WeatherBoards FiberCement ...
Choosing a Water Heater The first step in choosing a water heater is to determine the appropriate fuel type. Natural gas, oil, and propane water heaters are generally ...