High Performance, Energy Efficient Roofing, Siding, and Windows
In the last couple of years, there has been a dramatic change in what people are looking for in a home.  Energy-efficient doors, windows, roofing, and siding are all features that are high on today’s list for saving a buck for both the buyer and the seller.
Folks are [...]

Efficient Windows Resist Condensation
When it comes to windows and doors, making the right choice begins with having the right information.
Technology today has made it possible to manufacture windows that are more energy efficient, producing higher R-Values and lower U-values.  The R-value is the resistance a material has to heat flow.  The higher the R-value, the [...]

Heating and cooling account for the majority of energy costs in homes throughout the United States.  Although current energy prices are relatively low, they will almost certainly increase significantly in the future.  And because few homes are insulated to optimum levels, you may want to investigate the levels in your home to help you decide [...]

Energy Efficient Home Improvements

If you are looking to make your home more energy efficient, you should consider adding insulation to as many places in your home that you can such as outer walls, ceiling, windows, doors and floors.  Many people do not choose to insulate in all of these areas of their home, but it is [...]

Many homeowners in Minnesota have experienced a condition called ice damming. Ice dams happen when a sequence of weather conditions occurs within a brief period.
What is an ice dam?
Ice dams are formed when the gutter system becomes filled with moisture which when frozen forms a dam at the eaves of a roof.   When additional moisture [...]

Look for the ENERGY STAR label.
Check with local utilities to see what rebates or other financial incentives are available for window replacement.
High-performance windows have at least two panes of glass and a low-e (low emissivity) coating.
Remember, the lower the U-factor, the better the [...]