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Your Comprehensive Mass Save Residential Renovations and Additions Checklist

March 27, 2023

Residential Renovations and Additions to Single-Family Homes & Multi-Family Three Stories or Less Welcome to our comprehensive Mass Save checklist for residential renovations and additions to single-family homes and multi-family buildings with three stories or less. Mass Save is a collaborative program designed to help Massachusetts residents save energy and money by offering valuable rebates…

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All-Electric Homes: The Future of Green Energy Homes in New England [Part1]

March 20, 2023

ODDS & ENDS Our News Letter   What Is an All-Electric Home? An All-Electric Home is powered entirely by electricity, without any fossil fuels such as natural gas, propane or oil being used for heating, hot water or cooking. Many of these homes incorporate solar or other types of renewable energy generation with or without…

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Spray Foam vs Fiberglass Batt Insulation

March 14, 2023

ODDS & ENDS Our News Letter What is Better, Spray Foam or Fiberglass Batt Insulation? In most cases, spray foam. Here’s why: Do You Need Attic Ventilation with Spray Foam Insulation? Answer: It depends on where the spray foam insulation is applied. Consider the following: Sealed Attic: – Using Spray Foam It is common practice…

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Spray Foam Insulation vs Other Types of Insulation

March 8, 2023

ODDS & ENDS Our News Letter What Is Spray Foam Insulation? Spray foam is a self-adhering polyurethane mixed with water and sprayed on using a nozzle connected to a hose. Spray foam conforms to contours and expands to completely fill spaces, seal gaps and cures quickly. Essentially, it insulates whatever it sticks to. Depending on…

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How to Make Your Home Energy Independent with Solar Panels and Battery Storage

February 27, 2023

ODDS & ENDS Our News Letter – Are you interested in reducing your carbon footprint and lowering your monthly energy bills? If so, you may be interested in learning how to make your home energy independent. One of the best ways to achieve this goal is by installing solar panels on your roof in conjunction…

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Homeowners Guide to the 30% Federal Tax Credit for Solar Photovoltaics

February 22, 2023

ODDS & ENDS Our News Letter Disclaimer: This column provides an overview of the federal investment tax credit for residential solar photovoltaics (PV) It does not constitute professional tax advice. It should not be used as the only source of information when making purchasing decisions, or tax decisions. What is a Tax Credit? A tax credit is a…

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