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For Energy Efficiency, Replace Your Windows Last
By Carl Seville | Post date: 04.09.2012
When most people think about energy efficiency, once they stop talking about solar panels, they usually get to windows. “My windows are so old,” or “They’re only single pane glass,” or “I need to replace them,” and so on, much if it fueled by the replacement window industry selling the energy savings. Unfortunately,...
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Thermal Mass in Passive Solar Design
By Carl Seville | Post date: 03.07.2012
People have been talking about passive solar buildings for a long time,...
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Building a House to Fit Local Climate Conditions
By Carl Seville | Post date: 02.06.2012
Before the invention of central heat and air conditioning, people generally...
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Fixing Drafty Windows the Common Sense Way
By KMS Woodworks | Post date: 12.20.2011
It's simple, but often ignored advice: Fix your drafty windows. You're...
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6 Ways to Seal Your House for Winter
By Laura Foster-Bobroff | Post date: 09.02.2011
As much as 30% of home energy costs are wasted due to air leaks. Having...
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Energy Star Certified Exterior Doors Buying Guide
By Steve Graham | Post date: 05.31.2011
Doors are responsible for 11 percent of air leaks in most homes, according...
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Window Weatherstripping Options
By Steve Graham | Post date: 02.24.2011
Energy-saving windows are only as good as their caulk and weatherstripping....
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12 Ways to Keep the Cold Outside
By Philip Schmidt | Post date: 01.24.2011
Let's be honest, cold weather is great for skiing and pond hockey, but...
