Mar 6, 2020 | Home Improvement Tips, Home Maintenance Lists, Weatherizing Your Home
1. Check Outside Faucets For Freezing Damage Damage can happen to the outside spigot even if you had the water valve off and the damaged section of the pipe is pressurized for the first time in months in the spring. 2. Check the Gutters For Sagging, Stopped Up, Or...
Feb 20, 2020 | Energy Efficiency, Weatherizing Your Home
Be prepared and take care of these things 5 things: Check roof tiles, shutters, siding, and other exterior materials to ensure they’re secureMake sure gutters are clearSeal air leaks around the home to keep it warmer (and save energy costs)Insulate all exposed...
Feb 17, 2020 | Energy Efficiency, Home Renovation, Insulation, Weatherizing Your Home
Replace your light bulbs Compact fluorescent lamps (CFLs) last 10 times longer than incandescent bulbs and use 75% less energy while giving off the same amount of light. They cost more per bulb but because of their longer life span and increased energy...
Jan 9, 2020 | Attic, Insulation, Weatherizing Your Home
Has your attic insulation become ineffective like the insulation in this picture? Here are some signs you need to have someone check out your attic insulation. If you have an older home that’s never had insulation added, then chances are high you have little to no...
Dec 9, 2019 | Insulation, Weatherizing Your Home
Is Your Home Insulated Enough? When it comes to knowing if your home is adequately insulated the first thing to ask yourself these three things: Poor Energy Efficiency Insulation Age High Utility Bills When it comes to determining if you need more...
Jan 2, 2019 | Home Improvement Tips, Home Maintenance Lists, Weatherizing Your Home
You made it through all the holidays and it’s still a while before spring is here. It’s a great time to take care of some things around the house that will make you love your home even more. It also makes for a great feeling of accomplishment and on top of...
