Air Sealing and Ventilation – Questions and Answers
How can you prevent condensation on windows?
Condensation happens when water vapor in the air turns in to ...
Answered by: Vesta Home Performance Retrofitting
How can we prevent drafts in a home with no floor insulation?
Without knowing the specifics of your home, I'll try to ...
Answered by: Spectrum Infrared Solutions, LLC
How do I find out why heat and a/c escape top floors?
The best way to find out why the top floor is ...
Answered by: EnergySavvy.com
Are there federal or state incentives for energy efficient upgrades in New York?
There is a federal tax credit equal to 10 percent of ...
Answered by: All Star Energy, Inc./Home Comfort Heating & Cooling
Is there a program with rebates for weather stripping or air sealing in CA?
My best advice is, if you live within the SMUD service ...
Answered by: Air Tek Home Performance
In Sacramento County, CA, there are several programs currently offering rebates ...
Answered by: EnergySavvy.com
Are there energy efficient window rebates for National Grid customers in NY?
National Grid offers a variety of rebates for its gas customers ...
Answered by: GreenHomes America
Yes, there is a $10 per window, up to 50 windows ...
Answered by: New York Homeowners Construction Co. LLC
How do I get an energy audit?
An energy audit generally costs a few hundred dollars and if ...
Answered by: EnergySavvy.com
How will the 2011 federal energy efficiency tax credit extension work?
As of Dec. 17, 2010 the federal energy efficiency tax credit ...
Answered by: EnergySavvy.com
Does insulating our attic qualify for a rebate in King County, Washington?
In King County, WA, you may be eligible for insulation rebates ...
Answered by: EnergySavvy.com
How do you apply for the federal energy efficiency tax credits?
There are two federal energy tax credits, and it is important ...
Answered by: EnergySavvy.com
Why is one room hotter than the others in my Las Vegas home?
There are many potential reasons for why some rooms are hotter ...
Answered by: Distinct ENERGY Performance
Preparing for the next heat wave in Washington, D.C.
In order to have a comfortable and affordable summer, figure out ...
Answered by: EnergySavvy.com
Will adding insulation to my Idaho home help cool down the upstairs?
Generally speaking, adding insulation to a home in Idaho alone does ...
Answered by: Ecohomes
How do you seal up your home and keep a healthy living enviroment without using too much energy?
The answer in a one word is "control."
I just wish ...
Answered by: Trius Home Performance
Would a whole-house fan be a good investment for a two story home in California?
A Heat Recovery Ventilation (HRV) system would be a good investment ...
Answered by: Rising Design & Construction
Does sealing ductwork make sense for ducts that are situated in the joists?
There are two main reasons for sealing ductwork in a home ...
Answered by: Burnham Insulation
If the ducts are inside the envelope of the house, any ...
Answered by: Evergreen Home Heating and Energy
I'm concerned about indoor air quality in my home.
Great Question! The problem... levels of indoor air pollutants can often ...
Answered by: EnergySavvy.com
I've gotten windows, insulation and everything. And it's still drafty and cold!
The amount of glass on the main level might be contributing ...
Answered by: Midwest Energy Audits, Inc.
What rebates are available for replacing my windows, upgrading appliances and adding insulation in Redding, CA?
Through the Residential Energy Efficiency Rebate Program, the City or Redding ...
Answered by: EnergySavvy.com
Will the 2010 energy efficiency tax credits be extended to 2011-2012?
UPDATE: As of Dec. 17, 2010 the federal energy efficiency tax ...
Answered by: EnergySavvy.com
How can I make my Minneapolis house more energy efficient?
The first step is to determine your existing utility costs for ...
Answered by: Affordable Energy Solutions, Inc.
How should I insulate my partially floored attic and should I remove debris?
Debris in attics is very common. Everything does have an R-value ...
Answered by: Faison Construction Energy Solutions
If you are strictly wanting to use batting, laying it perpendicular ...
Answered by: Simply Sustainable