Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Insulating your entire attic or loft enhances both energy efficiency and overall comfort in your home. During the winter, take ...

Q:Our Mill Valley house was built in 1957 and was not insulated. Every time a wall is opened up, we add insulation. Some say it would be a good idea to insulate the floor of our house. There is a ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Rigid foam boards are better suited for a finished loft or attic space than fiberglass insulation, which is best reserved for ...

Dear Ken: I want to save more energy at my house. Should I insulate the heat ducts in the crawl space? What about other savings? - Tom B. Dear Tom: You have to strike a balance here. If you cool down ...

Q: I want to insulate the crawl space under my house and am confused about several points. The crawl space has a dirt floor. Should I cover that? What other advice can you give me? A: Two systems can ...

Second to the attic, the basement and crawl space are the next most important areas to seal and insulate. This is due to a few factors. During cool or cold weather, air pressure difference between the ...

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Q: My single-level, end-unit condominium, built in the early 1980s, is always cold, despite the fact that the outside walls are insulated and the windows are double glazed. I have a gas furnace in the ...

Chicagoland homeowners can improve the energy efficiency and plumbing reliability of their houses with targeted air ...

Crawl Space Foundation Rot A damaged crawl space foundation can lead to mold, pests, and structural damage as a hidden issue that impacts home health and safety. The crawl space beneath your home ...