Installing insulation may seem like a big job, but it doesn’t have to be. Knowing what type of insulation your home needs and understanding the different options for insulation in Sacramento, CA can help you make a smart and hassle-free insulation solution for your home. One of the main insulation options that homeowners seem to […]
Believe it or not, insulation has not always been a standard feature in California houses. In fact, most houses built before 1970 do not have any exterior wall insulation, as it was not required by the building codes of the time. As a result, millions of homes throughout California do not have insulation, which means […]
Notably, most houses built prior to the spring of 1970 have no exterior wall insulation. Interestingly, building codes at the time did not require it. This fact means that there are millions of houses in California without such insulation. The lack of insulation in exterior walls allows conditioned air to pass freely from the inside […]
Well, unless you live in a cave the new word going round is green, even in the building industry. Green theme tradeshows, conventions and seminars are an every other week event in the construction business. With everyone wanting to minimize their impact on good old Planet Earth, the green machine is moving fast. In today’s […]
Every day you can read in the newspaper about the price of natural gas being at a high level and not expected to drop in the near future. It has even been mentioned that Southern Ca. might have to deal with Blackouts this summer. Sacramento Utility District is considering an average 6% electric rate increase. […]
Warm in the winter, cool in the summer—at least that’s every homeowner’s goal. Your HVAC system pumps and circulates air inside your home, while wall and attic insulation keeps it from escaping. But your insulation must be in tip-top shape to work properly. So when the time comes to look into home insulation replacement, consider […]
Whether you live in a warm or cold climate, insulation is extremely important in your home. Insulation helps you keep your house warm or cold, or just the way you like it without spending hundreds of dollars to do so. Many know the benefits of insulation, but how many know if the insulation in their […]
Whether you have just moved into a new house or are seeking ways to improve your existing family home, a properly insulated attic can transform your dwelling experience. Research has shown that, in the average home, about 85 percent of all heat escapes through the attic. Properly insulating your attic is the key to controlling […]