Category Archives: Insulation

Choosing A Heat Pump: 6 Things To Keep In Mind

When chosen and installed properly, heat pumps are designed to maximize heating and cooling efficiency over traditional comfort systems. However, if you don’t match your home’s needs with the correct

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Your Indoor-Air Quality May Be Suffering Because Of Emissions In Your Garage — Here’s Why

Did you know that your attached garage may be filling your home with unwanted air pollution? If your garage is not sealed off from the rest of your house, harmful

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Air Leaks: Check These 10 Problem Areas, And Make Sure They’re Sealed Tight

Keeping your home well sealed and insulated is a reliable way to cut down on air leaks that waste both energy and money. When conditioned air escapes from these often-unnoticed

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Ten Steps That Can Dramatically Improve The Quality Of Your Indoor Air

Even though Central Virginia winters are generally mild, they can certainly get cold. Winterizing your home is easy, and now’s the time for action. Besides scheduling your home heating system’s

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Prepare Home Equipment For Winter With These Energy-Saving Actions

With winter on the way, it’s time to get your home ready for the cold season.  A few energy-saving fixes can seal out the cold air and help lower your

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Degree Days: A Handy Device To Get A Better Handle On Your Energy Use

Degree days provide homeowners with an easy method to figure out when they should expect their energy use to rise.  This helps you prepare for these periods and develop strategies

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Add These Quick Jobs To Your Fall Things-To-Do List, And Be Ready For Cooler Weather

Do you want your home to feel warmer this winter without paying more for heating?  With the following weatherization tips, you’ll be ready for even the coldest central Virginia winter:

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Three Factors To Weigh When You’re Thinking About Replacing Your Furnace

There are three main factors to consider when thinking about a furnace replacement.  Here is a quick summary to help you decide if now is the right time to buy

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Fall Landscaping: Plan With Your Home’s Insulation In Mind

Fall landscaping can help beautify a home but it can also help provide your home with additional insulation that can save on monthly energy costs. Making a well thought out

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Home Advisor’s Best Tips For Energy Savings In Virginia

Energy Star’s Home Advisor is a wonderful resource for any homeowner who is looking to increase his or her energy savings.  Here are a few of the federal energy program’s

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