Fall Weatherization Checklist
(View as downloadable PDF version) Insulate Your Home Insulation is a simple, affordable way to improve comfort and save energy all fall and winter. Together with air sealing, it can cut heating costs by 15%. Schedule an energy audit to locate problem areas Have insulation installed in key areas like the attic Find & Seal […]
Seeing Spider Webs? It’s Time to Seal Air Leaks!
The heat has finally gotten somewhat bearable here in Georgia, and many homeowners in the area are looking forward to fall festivities like pumpkin carving, apple picking, and decorating the house for Halloween. Pumpkins and fake spider webs might be finding their way into your home this fall, but one thing you don’t want to […]
Should I Be Worried about the Air in My Crawl Space?
Most crawl spaces here in Roswell, Georgia, have a reputation for feeling damp and dank, but that doesn’t mean your crawl space should be that way. In fact, if your crawl space has a distinct musty smell, you should probably be concerned about your home’s indoor air quality (IAQ). Musty crawl spaces tend to have […]
Don’t Wait to Boost Home Comfort with These Upgrades
How’s your house holding up against the Georgia heat this summer? If your home is anything like many in the Atlanta area, it’s probably a little hotter than you would like. While it may be tempting to think these home comfort issues will go away as soon as fall hits, if your home is uncomfortable […]
AC Doesn’t Cool Your Home? Here’s What to Do
Atlanta, Georgia, is notorious for its summer heat and humidity, and that has many homeowners in the area scrambling to keep their homes cool. Most people resort to cranking up the air conditioning, but did you know that this could be doing more harm than good? Even if you have the world’s most energy efficient […]
How to Avoid Another Hot, Stinky Summer
Living in the Marietta and greater Atlanta means you are no stranger to the sweltering summer heat and suffocating humidity. And though it is most certainly going to be uncomfortable outside, the heat and humidity can also wreak havoc inside your home, and even your sinuses. With much more humidity in the air, you indoor […]
What Keeps You Cool in the Summer and Warm in the Winter? Insulation!
Insulation is one of the most misunderstood home upgrades available. Many homeowners have heard that insulation equals warmth during the winter, and this is certainly true. They’re often surprised, however, to find out that insulation is just as important if not more so during the summer for keeping the home cool—especially in a climate […]
Make Your Home Healthy and Efficient with an Integrated, Airtight Barrier
With Hotlanta in full swing, area homeowners are doing everything they can to ensure they’re able to stay cool and comfortable through the heat and humidity. Don’t get us started on the humidity. Many believe that the solution is to install a new air conditioning system, and in some cases, this can make all the […]
Under insulated ranch in Willow Springs
Can’t get certain parts of your house cool no matter how much you crank the air conditioning? We had a blast working with Robin Martin & Associates resolving an overheating issue on this under insulated ranch in the Willow Springs neighborhood of Roswell! This was a great opportunity to showcase the air sealing and insulating properties of our AirTight360 Hybrid Spray Foam […]
Why Spray Foam Insulation is a Better Way to Reduce Heat Transfer
With summer fully upon us here in Georgia, homeowners are looking for ways to stay cool. Some are out buying new HVAC equipment, while others are simply keeping the blinds shut and hoping for the best. There’s a better way to stay cool during the summer months, though, and it all comes down to reducing […]