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We help homeowners upgrade their homes with energy-efficient solutions that reduce costs, improve comfort, and promote sustainability. By connecting customers with state and federal programs, rebates, and expert guidance, we make the transition to a greener home easy and affordable. Our mission is to empower individuals to lower their energy consumption, enhance home performance, and contribute to a cleaner environment—one home at a time.
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Insulation
Attic insulation offers numerous benefits for homes, contributing to energy efficiency, comfort, and overall well-being. Here are some key advantages:
Energy Efficiency: Insulating the attic helps reduce energy consumption by preventing heat loss in the winter and keeping the heat out during the summer. This leads to lower heating and cooling costs.
Improved Comfort: Proper insulation maintains a more consistent indoor temperature, enhancing comfort levels for occupants by minimizing drafts and temperature fluctuations.
Environmental Impact: Reducing energy use lessens the carbon footprint of the home. Using less energy can help decrease reliance on fossil fuels and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
Long-term Savings: While there may be an initial investment in insulation materials and installation, the long-term savings on energy bills can offset this cost over time.
Temperature Balancing
Temperature balancing, the practice of maintaining an even temperature distribution within an environment, offers several benefits:
Energy Efficiency: By ensuring that temperature variations are minimized, systems such as heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) can operate more efficiently. This can lead to lower energy consumption and reduced utility bills.
Enhanced Comfort: A balanced temperature environment promotes overall comfort for occupants. It eliminates hot and cold spots, allowing for a more pleasant atmosphere in homes, offices, and other spaces.
Improved Indoor Air Quality: Proper temperature control can lead to better indoor air quality. Maintaining a consistent temperature can help reduce humidity levels, preventing the growth of mold and the proliferation of allergens.
Environmental Impact: By improving energy efficiency, temperature balancing can contribute to reduced carbon footprints. Lower energy use translates to a reduced demand for energy production and further promotes sustainable practices.
In summary, temperature balancing provides a range of benefits that enhance the comfort, health, and efficiency of indoor environments while also protecting property and contributing to cost savings.
Attic Fan
A blower door test is a diagnostic procedure used to measure the airtightness of a building. This test helps identify air leaks and assess the effectiveness of the building's insulation.
During the test, a calibrated fan is installed in an exterior doorway of the building. The fan is then used to create a pressure differential between the inside and outside of the structure. By depressurizing or pressurizing the building, the test measures how much outside air enters or escapes through unsealed openings, such as cracks, gaps, and holes in the building envelope.
The results are typically expressed in air changes per hour (ACH) at a specific pressure, often 50 pascals. Lower ACH values indicate a tighter building, which is generally more energy-efficient. The data gathered from a blower door test can help homeowners and builders make informed decisions regarding air sealing, insulation improvements, and overall energy efficiency strategies.
Air Sealing
Air Sealing is a critical part of lowering energy consumption and lowering utility bills. By preventing conditioned air from escaping and unconditioned air from entering, your heating and cooling systems can operate more efficiently.
Improved Comfort: A well-sealed attic contributes to a more comfortable living environment by eliminating drafts and cold spots. This ensures that your home maintains an even temperature throughout all seasons, enhancing overall comfort for occupants.
Moisture Control: Air sealing reduces moisture infiltration, which can lead to mold growth and wood rot. By keeping humid air from entering the attic, you help protect roofing materials and insulation, ultimately extending the life of your home’s structure.
Enhanced Indoor Air Quality: Controlling the flow of air in your attic helps reduce the entry of outdoor pollutants, allergens, and dust into your living spaces. This can contribute to significantly improved indoor air quality, which is particularly beneficial for those with allergies or respiratory issues.
Cost Savings: While there may be an initial investment for air sealing work, the long-term savings on energy bills typically exceed those costs. Furthermore, reducing the strain on heating and cooling systems can lead to lower maintenance and repair expenses.
Overall, air sealing your attic is a critical step in enhancing your home's energy efficiency, comfort, and durability, while also providing a favorable impact on your home's marketability and your financial savings.
Blower Door Test
A blower door test is a diagnostic procedure used to measure the airtightness of a building. This test helps identify air leaks and assess the effectiveness of the building's insulation.
During the test, a calibrated fan is installed in an exterior doorway of the building. The fan is then used to create a pressure differential between the inside and outside of the structure. By depressurizing or pressurizing the building, the test measures how much outside air enters or escapes through unsealed openings, such as cracks, gaps, and holes in the building envelope.
The results are typically expressed in air changes per hour (ACH) at a specific pressure, often 50 pascals. Lower ACH values indicate a tighter building, which is generally more energy-efficient. The data gathered from a blower door test can help homeowners and builders make informed decisions regarding air sealing, insulation improvements, and overall energy efficiency strategies.