Keeping your attic well maintained and free of excess moisture is essential for environmental health, construction durability, and energy efficiency within your home. Key factors that contribute to the quality of an attic space include ventilation, insulation, roofing...
Conducting an energy evaluation is the first step in determining how to make your home more energy efficient. Use the following guide to help locate and eliminate problem areas when evaluating your home’s energy needs. Air leaks Unsealed cracks and openings are...
If you’re looking for a way to clean the air in your home of dust and particulate matter, electronic air cleaners are an affordable alternative to HEPA filters. There are two kinds of electronic air cleaners available: electrostatic precipitators and ion...
In Southeast Michigan, the cold months can feel very dry. A whole house humidifier is a great remedy that has other benefits too: relief of some health issues, greater home comfort, and higher energy-efficiency for money savings. Health Dry, less-humid air can cause...
Airtight homes are great for energy efficiency, but they have a problem removing indoor pollutants. The solution to this problem is proper home ventilation. There are three primary ways to ventilate your home; here is a look at each one. Natural Ventilation Fresh...
In Southeast Michigan, indoor air quality can be harmful to your health just as much as polluted air outside is at certain times of the year. Mold spores, pollen, dust, humidity and volatile organic compounds (VOCs) are all irritating to a person’s health and can also...
