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Professional Insulation

Professional InsulationIf You Have It Done Professionally You should obtain cost estimates from several contractors for a stated R-value. Make sure you describe the job in writing in the same terms to each one. You may want to ask each contractor about their air-sealing services as well. Remember that you want good quality materials and labor, as well as price....

 

Mon Oct 14 2002
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Some Weatherproofing Tips

Some Weatherproofing TipsWeatherproofing Tips Lock Out Winter - Keep Your Door Shut to Cold and Wind: Are your doors inviting in the winter winds and wasting your energy and money? Here's a simple way to find out. Stand outside the closed door on a dark night and shine a flashlight all around the edges of the door. Inside is your assistant and wherever he/she can..

 

Mon Oct 14 2002
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The Insulation Decision Making Process

The Insulation Decision Making ProcessMaking Your Decision The amount of money you are willing to invest in insulation will of course depend on your personal finances. But remember that the initial investment will pay for itself in reduced energy consumption, particularly where the amount already installed is substantially less than recommended. If fuel and electrical power.

 

Mon Oct 14 2002
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Things You Should Know before Building a New House

Things You Should Know before Building a New HouseBuilding a New House? Some Things You Should Know If you are buying or building a new house, make sure that recommended energy-saving features are included. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) home insulation rule requires the seller of a new home to provide information on the type, thickness, and R-value of the insulation that will be.

 

Mon Oct 14 2002
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Types of Insulation

Types of InsulationTypes of Insulation--Basic Forms Form Method of Installation Where Applicable Advantages Blankets: Batts or Rolls Fiber glass Rock wool Fitted between studs, joists and beams All unfinished walls, floors and ceilings Do-it-yourself Suited for standard stud and joist spacing, which is relatively free from obstructions Loose-Fill (blown-in)...

 

Mon Oct 14 2002
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Vapor Diffusion Retarders (Barriers) and Air Barriers

Vapor Diffusion Retarders (Barriers) and Air BarriersVapor Diffusion Retarders (Barriers) and Air Barriers Vapor diffusion retarders, air retarders, and air/vapor retarders all relate to the interaction of temperature and moisture in and around the building envelope. A vapor barrier or vapor diffusion retarder (VDR) is a material that reduces the rate at which water vapor can move through a...

 

Mon Oct 14 2002
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What Kind of Insulation to Buy

What Kind of Insulation to BuyWhat Kind of Insulation Should You Buy? Once you have located the areas in your house requiring insulation, and have determined what R-value is needed, you will need to decide what type to buy. Some types of insulation require professional installation, and others you can install. You should consider the several forms of insulation.

 

Mon Oct 14 2002
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