Category: Insulation
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How To Refinishing Basement Should The Walls Be Painted With Waterproofing?
A friend is asking about a new 2 year old home that they are now getting around to remodeling the basement to make it livable. They are wondering if it is worth the time and expense to coat the interior concrete basement walls with a concrete waterproofing paint. They explain that the exterior of their…
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How To Install Attic Rafter Vents When Adding Insulation
If you are increasing the amount of insulation in your home then it is important that you consider your attic venting system before you install your insulation. Attic insulation will keep the interior of your home warm in the winter and cool in the summer but for your attic to remain cool it needs proper…
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How To Perform a do it yourself Home Energy Audit
A friend that just bought a 1927 home is wondering what they can do to improve their home insulation and reduce their heating and cooling bills. Although best results would come from having a professional perform a home energy audit it is easy enough to do some of the steps yourself and see what types…
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How To Choose between Blown or Bat Insulation and Fiberglass or Cellulose
A friend that lives in the Northwest is asking about insulating their home that they just purchased before winter kicks in. They have done a little research and called a few contractors for estimates but they are still not completely sure which material is best for their situation. They will be insulating both their walls…
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How To – Denim Post Production Waste As An Insulation Alternative To Fiberglass
The use of fiberglass and foam insulation in homes has been widely accepted as the cheapest and most efficient method of reducing heat loss however there are organizations that are experimenting with the use of post manufacturing waste as an alternative. America and the world wears a lot of Denim and cotton products that produce…