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A Guide to Making Energy-Smart Purchases
Being more energy efficient can be as simple and inexpensive as buying and installing caulk and weatherstripping or as ... |
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Asbestos In Your Home
Once a common element in a wide range of building materials, asbestos is now known to be a serious health risk. Before you ... |
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Blow-In-Blanket Insulation Increases Thermal Efficiency
Insulating a home to an R-value of 15 can bring energy savings of up to 50 percent. Custom Blow-In-Blanket Systems deliver ... |
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Blown and Sprayed Insulation
Blown-in insulation claims to increase the insulation value of homes by filling voids better than roll or batt insulation to ... |
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BobVila.com's Top 21 Energy-Saving Ideas for 2008
Bob Vila has been on the presidential campaign trail talking about energy efficiency. Now, BobVila.com shares 21 ... |
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Caulk and Weather Strip
Warmed or air-conditioned air mixes with outside air through gaps in your home's thermal envelope—exterior walls, windows, ... |
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Ceramic Coatings for Increased Insulation
Ceramic coatings and insulating paints bring huge energy savings as they prevent conditioned air loss from inside and block ... |
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Evaluating Insulation Projects
Insulation projects entail several variables. The initial purchase price for any insulation product can be boiled down to an ... |
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Exterior Doors and Storm Doors
Exterior doors are necessary for physical access into and out of a building, and may provide ventilation and illumination too. ... |
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Four Fixes to Stop Home Energy Leaks
With the help of a professional energy auditor and infrared camera technology, BobVila.com evaluates the thermal efficiency of ... |
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Green Home Innovations
From recycled paper countertops to carpets made from corn, you might be surprised at what's in a "green" home. Check out these ... |
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Green Homes Special Series
Part Seven: Foundations
A solid foundation is essential for any home. But today’s emphasis on “green” suggests that other factors be considered as well. |
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Green Homes Special Series
Part Two: Home Sealing and Insulation
High energy costs, drafts, rooms too hot or too cold, condensation on windows and air that is too dry do not have to be part ... |
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Home Maintenance Checklist
Here's a simple bi-annual "Top to Bottom" checklist to keep your home in shape year round. |
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Infrared Insulation Test
Behind the Scenes - Habitat for Humanity |
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Installing the Superior Walls Foundation System
Behind the Scenes - Habitat for Humanity |
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Insulating Concrete Slabs, Foundations and Basements
Most residential concrete-foundation systems will come into contact with the ground and face moisture-management and heat-loss ... |
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Insulating Ducts for Efficiency
There's more to efficiency than tuning the furnace. Homeowners must insulate ducts to prevent heat or cool air loss. |
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Insulating Old Homes: Blow-In Insulation Options
You can't cram the pink stuff into a closed wall. However, blown- or sprayed-in insulation can make a leaky old home an energy ... |
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Insulation For Home Comfort
Proper insulation choices are the first steps in giving your home that warm and fuzzy feeling. |
