by Cynthia Freeney | Nov 21, 2014 | ABC Action Plan, Attics, Building Envelope, Featured Posts
Homeowners have good reasons to be afraid of ice dams. These thick accumulations of ice along the eaves of a roof can damage gutters and roof shingles, while also causing water to leak into the house. The good news is that this distressing damage is avoidable. Check...
by Tim Snyder | Nov 11, 2014 | ABC Action Plan, Attics, Basements, Building Envelope, Conditioned Spaces, Featured Posts, Home Systems
Scared about cold drafts and high heating bills? Here’s what to do about it. Cold drafts. Chilly floors. High heating bills. We all have the same worries as winter approaches. But advice on how to avoid these discomforts varies greatly. Depending on who you’re talking...
by Tim Snyder | Jun 24, 2014 | ABC Action Plan, Building Envelope, Conditioned Spaces, Energy-Savings Tips, Heating & Cooling, Home Systems
There’s no need to sweat because of hot weather and high air conditioning expenses Summer heat is here. What could be worse than sweating all night long in an upstairs bedroom that your air conditioning system can’t seem to reach? How about being shocked by a huge...
by Tim Snyder | May 5, 2014 | ABC Action Plan, Attics, Building Envelope, Featured Posts, Home Systems
What’s so difficult about an attic insulation upgrade? Plenty. For just about any kind of job you might imagine, there are distinct differences between doing the work and doing the work REALLY WELL. This rule applies across every profession, from cleaning houses to...
by Joseph R. Provey | Feb 14, 2014 | Home Insulation, Q&A
My house is costly to heat and cool. Where should I begin to improve the insulation? As recommended by the myhomescience.com action plan, the best place to add insulation hands-down is the attic. In winter, air that you’ve paid to heat finds its way to the attic by...
