Save money with an ‘enlightened’ roof – and decorate too
Filed under: Energy Efficiency, Roof, Skylights, Solar Energy, Ventilation, Water Heater
(ARA) – Enlightenment isn’t just a state of mind – it can also be an important energy-saving state of being for your home’s roof. By “enlightening” your roof, you can use less energy, save money, and dress up the interior of your home at the same time.
Get smart about your living environment: Five trends that will make your home truly your own
Filed under: Energy Efficiency, Heating & Cooling, Home Remodeling, Home Renovation, Ventilation
(ARA) – If you’re looking to purchase or remodel a home, you likely are building a long list of “must-haves,” “must-dos” and “must-includes” for your new space. There’s no question the housing market is in a different place than it was as recently as five years ago. Of course, a tough economy has been the prevailing factor, but other things – an aging population and a tough job market – are influencing how people are living today and possibly into the future. If you’re like most home seekers and remodelers, you may find that your requirements fall in line with these five growing trends:
Five ‘luxury’ bathroom upgrades that don’t cost a bundle
Filed under: Bathroom Remodeling, Budget-friendly, Energy Efficiency, Home Remodeling, Skylights, Ventilation, showerhead
(ARA) – It’s probably safe to say that no potential buyer ever passed on a house because the bathroom was just too lovely and luxurious. And few of us would prefer to come home at the end of the day to decompress in an outdated bathroom with a shabby shower and cabinets that have seen better days.
Why Adequate Ventilation is Important
Adequate ventilation in your house is important for two reasons:
Moisture Control – Ventilation will prevent elevated moisture levels within the conditioned space during the heating season. These elevated levels can lead to condensation on window surfaces and give rise to surface mold and mildew, as well as concealed condensation within walls and roof spaces.
