Insulation

Creating and prioritizing a list of projects that will improve the energy efficiency of your home is helpful in knowing where to begin. The general condition of your home, your local climate, and your budget are all important factors in determining how to make the best list possible.

Improve Energy Efficiency with Insulation
Inadequate insulation and air leakage are the two leading causes of energy waste. Since the average home uses over half its total energy demand on heating, adding new insulation to your home usually dramatically reduces your utility bill. Given the right circumstances and insulation, the project can pay for itself in just a few short years and will add to the resale value of your home. Often, the best place to start is the roof. As heat rises, a larger percentage of energy is often lost through the roof than any other area of the home.

Windows, Doors, and Home Energy Efficiency
Per square foot, windows and doors are the greatest areas of poor insulation and air leakage. Replacement windows can noticeably increase home energy efficiency without the cost of a major home renovation. In fact, high performing double or triple glazed windows can create insulating values on par with your insulated walls. Doors, especially wood doors, may have warped slightly over time or become loose, creating an uncomfortable draft and ruining the energy efficiency of that area of your home. Door repair/re-hanging can remedy this problem. Replacement doors can create an even greater air seal and may add to the your home's interior décor and exterior curb appeal.