What Is R Value? Simply, r value measures the resistance of a material to heat loss. As you likely guessed, the “R” stands for resistance. And, in the world of insulation, the r-value provides insulation experts with the necessary information to correctly maintain home comfort. How? R value measures the ability...
What is attic insulation? Attic insulation (or really any insulation) improves home comfort! In simple terms: insulation blocks exterior air flow from entering the home and retains interior air. As a result, your home remains warmer in the winter (and cooler in the summer). Plus, as a...
As the calendar moves from September to October, many homeowners welcome autumn and some lower temperatures. However, as the season slowly turns, homeowners must think about fall HVAC maintenance to ensure their home is also ready for the lower temps. While some of us look forward...
In the great Atlanta area, summer means one thing. It’s hot! So, naturally many homeowners start asking about how to save electricity. Ultimately, through common sense strategies and a few home maintenance projects, homeowners can start saving electricity today. Save Electricity By Reducing A/C Usage Obviously, we...
Tired of high summer electric bills due from blasting the A/C to cool your home? Do you sit by the fan to cool off whenever you get home? Did you know that home insulation helps keep your house cool in the warm weather? Interested in a home...
Every new season brings about change, and for homeowners, those changes signal some weekend projects around the house. Keep it simple. Standard home maintenance activities work because they keep simple problems from escalating into complex issues. Keep your energy bill in check with some simple...
Spring is the season of growth and sustainability. And Earth Day is a day to teach our children about the importance of recycling, conserving water, and how to “go green.” After all, our children are the future, so why show them how to take care...
Definition of Programmable Thermostat A programmable thermostat is a type of thermostat that lets homeowners create programmed settings that adjust the temperature of their home. A programmable thermostat basically lets homeowners customize the run times of their furnace, based on their lifestyle, in order to save...
Owning and maintaining a home is a substantial expense for many homeowners. However, when considering real estate tends to rise over the long-term, owning a home is generally a worthwhile investment. As you pay down your mortgage, you’ll build equity in your property. Plus, maintaining...
Tired of drafty rooms or windows and high energy costs every winter? Every home contains a heating and cooling system, but not every home contains efficient heating. What is the difference? Efficient heating improves home comfort, along with reducing energy costs. For many, winter means weatherization (or winterization), which simply prepares...
