Energy efficiency / Discussions

What is the best way to renovate and make a self sustaining eco friendly family house?

...energy audit and blower door test to determine the current energy consumption, that also tells you were your weakest points are so you know where your money is bet spent. I would first point you to our Free Green Home Building Guide,  they are categorized, so between that and the keyword search box you should find all ...

Posted by Emmanuel Sylvestre Aug. 31, 2020 Concept and design 1 response

Should we renovate or get a Prefab Kit house?

Hello, My husband and I are considering our options for our home and lot in Peterborough, ON Canada.  We have been thinking of completely renovating our current home but then came across the option of the Pre Fab Kit.  Could we speak with someone directly to find out more information and if this would be feasible for u...

Posted by Ali Mackenzie Aug. 12, 2020 Concept and design 1 response

Will I save energy by lowering my thermostat at night?

...energy it will use - just as the inverse is true for your fridge - although fridge organization is necessary to reduce food waste. Heat loss increases with a greater differential in temperature, so the warmer it is inside compared to outside the greater your heat loss will be. As for where to set the temperature at nig...

Posted by Ryan Peterson May 1, 2018 Heating and cooling 4 responses

Which type of hot water pipe insulation is best?

I have read that heating a product will cause it to release any VOCs, do you have a preferred product for hot water pipe insulation that won’t off-gas into homes? I have strong sensitivities to chemicals and its been hard to keep the air quality of my new build, so I don’t want to mess up on something small like this. ...

Posted by Cooper Dec. 11, 2017 Plumbing and water heaters 1 response