Ductwork plays an important role in the function and overall efficiency of heating ventilation and cooling (HVAC) systems. Once the air passes through the coolant-filled condenser coils, it’s pumped throughout the house via the ductwork. Typically, ducts to a good job of spreading the cool air (or warm air) throughout the home, but in some …
If you’ve done any shopping for new home insulation, you’ve probably seen the term “R-value” tossed around. Insulation with a higher R-value is said to offer a higher level of thermal resistant, which translates into a more energy-efficient home. But what exactly does R-value measure? And what’s a suitable R-value to use inside your home? …
Air leaks in the attic can force a home to draw significantly more energy. During the hot spring and summer months, the cool air from inside the home will gradually rise to the attic where it escapes through these openings. This may not seem like a serious problem, but even small air leaks can translate …
