If only money were no object, you could take the results of your home energy audit and divide the tasks between yourself and your favorite air conditioning and heating contractor. For most people, though, money is a key factor, as is the urgency of the project and the projected savings it will achieve. By balancing …
by Ross and Witmer Have you noticed the ceilings located directly below your attic space being warm to the touch? If so, it’s a sign your attic insulation and ventilation need to be addressed. Hot air and heat energy are always trying to move into cooler spaces. If your attic insulation and ventilation aren’t sufficient, heat in the attic …
by Ross and Witmer Air leakage in your home can account for as much as 30 percent of your energy usage. Sealing air leaks is the perfect way to tackle this problem and improve your home’s efficiency, thereby decreasing your monthly costs. And the best way to do this is to follow our 3-step action plan, based on the …
by Ross and Witmer When you turn on your air conditioner, you expect cool air to flow from the supply registers in your floors, walls or ceilings. If your cooling system’s ductwork is leaking or damaged, however, the amount of cooling that reaches your indoor spaces will be severely limited. Duct sealing stops air and energy leaks from the …
by Ross and Witmer Air sealing your attic is one of the best favors you can do for your home comfort and your energy budget. Sealing the attic in your Charlotte area house can lower your cooling (and heating) costs while helping to protect your home’s value. A dry, well-sealed attic won’t be vulnerable to structural damage from wood …
by Ross and Witmer For many people, the word insulation implies warmth and comfort. As a result, they don’t think about checking their home insulation until the temperatures dip to the point that they need to turn on the furnace. insulation, however, also has benefits during the cooling season. By insulating your home properly, you ensure that your furnace …
by Ross and Witmer One of the biggest advances in building science over the past decade is the research that proves definitively that vented crawl spaces are bad. If you’ve ever been in one, you know it’s true. They’re damp, dark, and critters have easy access to them. The batt insulation falls down; the air smells musty & moldy. …
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