Insulation

Attic Insulation Cumberland, RI

Attic Insulation Cumberland, R.I. EnergyWise

June 5, 2017

The Problem: A typical Cape Cod style home in Cumberland with an uninsulated kneewall (short wall usually on the scecond floor which may run the entire length of the house) causing the entire second floor to feel cold in the winter and hot in the summer. Behind these kneewalls are unfinished spaces often used for…

Read More
Air Sealing around bath fan

Attic Insulation and AirSealing in Warwick, RI-a happy homeowner

January 25, 2017

During this typical attic insulation and airsealing job in Warwick our technicians rise to the occasion once again. From the pictures you can see how spray foam is used to seal top wall plates and other penetrations, even in areas that are difficult to access. Then ventilation chutes are placed in the eaves allowing air…

Read More

Energy Efficient Home Design-RI-MA design and build like you give a damn

October 12, 2016

New Home Design in Rhode Island and Massachusetts Author: Ed Beauchemin Recently I attended a conference in Boston sponsored by The Northeast Sustainable Energy Association (NESA). There were many workshops and lectures pertaining to the concept of the energy efficient home  and renewable energy. Attendance this year was greater than in previous years. Based on…

Read More
Energy Efficiency Sign

Energy Efficiency vs Energy Conservation:

October 7, 2016

What is Energy Efficiency?Free Estimate on all our Energy Saving Products and Services RI-MA Energy Efficiency is “using less energy while receiving the same service”. Here is an example: Adding insulation to your attic floor, increases the R value (resistance to heat flow) of your thermal barrier (usually the attic floor). This prevents heat from…

Read More

Shut the window …. It’s Cold Outside

January 27, 2016

[columns] [span9]   When anyone thinks about weatherizing and “tightening” their home, their thoughts typically turn immediately to new windows, and perhaps doors. But, is this really the best, most efficient way to weatherize your home? In actuality, most homes lose the majority of their warm/or cool air through smaller, less obvious routes. Foundation cracks,…

Read More