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What does one do about leaky ducts to save energy at home? Aeroseal is a process where the ducts are pressurized and a vapor is introduced to flow through the ducts and out of leaks and gaps filling them with a sealant. Below is a photo of the graph on the supply side (you will…

Attic Ventilation and Other Cool Solutions So lately I’ve been getting a lot of phone calls from homeowners that are complaining about the top of their house being warmer than the floors below, sometimes as much as 12 degrees  Common complaints are that 'it’s too hot to sleep upstairs', 'it’s really uncomfortable on the top…

Yes. Energy-saving solar panels contribute to home energy efficiency by reducing monthly electricity bills. They increase home equity and reduce environmental impact while also reducing the homeowner’s reliance on large corporate utility companies and “the grid.” Energy Savings With so many trendy investment opportunities available today, it’s easy to be skeptical of new products that…

In office since 2015, Muriel Bowser last week announced plans to set aside $7 million for the District’s first Green Bank to support building improvements that will reduce carbon dioxide emissions. Specifically the fund would allow large building owners and those undertaking renovations to obtain affordable loans to replace aging heating, ventilation and cooling systems — among…