by HomeReadyInspections | Oct 31, 2022 | Blower Door Test, Energy Tips, HVAC Duct Testing
Tips for Sealing Air Leaks Hire an energy assessor or other weatherization expert to test your home for air tightness. Caulk and weatherstrip doors and windows that leak air. Caulk and seal air leaks where plumbing, ducting, or electrical wiring comes through walls,...
by HomeReadyInspections | Oct 31, 2022 | Energy Tips, Home Inspection
No matter what kind of heating system you have in your house, you can save money and increase your comfort by properly maintaining and upgrading your equipment. But remember, an energy-efficient furnace alone will not have as great an impact on your energy bills as...
by HomeReadyInspections | Oct 31, 2022 | Blower Door Test, Energy Tips, Home Inspection
Your first thought for cooling may be air conditioning, there are many alternatives that provide cooling with less energy use. A combination of proper insulation, energy-efficient windows and doors, daylighting, shading, and ventilation will usually keep homes cool...
by HomeReadyInspections | Oct 31, 2022 | Blower Door Test, Energy Tips, Home Inspection, HVAC Duct Testing
Choosing Weatherstripping Choose a type of weatherstripping that will withstand the friction, weather, temperature changes, and wear and tear associated with its location. For example, when applied to a door bottom or threshold, weatherstripping could drag on carpet...
by HomeReadyInspections | Oct 31, 2022 | Energy Tips
How Insulation Works To understand how insulation works it helps to understand heat flow, which involves three basic mechanisms — conduction, convection, and radiation. Conduction is the way heat moves through materials, such as when a spoon placed in a hot cup...
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