cost and budgeting The Cost of Installing a Skylight A skylight in a home can serve many of these purposes. Homeowners use them to lighten a dark corridor, lend a spa-like feel to a master…
research and planning What are Solar Panels Made of? Solar panels, once something from the future, are now a common sight on homes across the country. They can help lower your home’s energy…
HVAC Why You Should Use Ceiling and Room Fans Along With Your AC It’s the middle of summer, so you’re probably dealing with the skyrocketing temperatures by cranking your air conditioner (AC),…
research and planning Green Roofs: Examples of Unique Eco-Friendly Roofs Covering roofs with small plants is becoming increasingly popular, for energy, environmental and aesthetic reasons alike. Here’s an…
Other Home Projects Homeowner 101: How to Build a Privacy Divider Wall It seemed fine when you took the tour. But now, filled with the TV, the sofa, the dining table, and your sometimes-squabbling family,…
research and planning Your Guide to Solar-Powered Attic Fans and Roof Vents When summer temperatures crawl into the triple digits, the last place you want to be is in a hot, stuffy attic. Having a closed-off hot box…
research and planning What to Do with Solar Panels When You Move Your current home is installed with solar panels and now you’re planning to move. Your new home isn’t equipped with solar panels and…
research and planning Heat Pump vs. AC: Which Is Best for You? When it’s time to install or replace a new HVAC system, you may face the difficult decision of choosing between a heat pump vs. a…
