Imagine a cold, wet, windy day. You can take an umbrella to protect you from the water alone, but that won’t deal with the cold (temperature) or the wind (air convection). You can add in a light ...

Urbanization is one of the most important global trends. It is expected migration from rural areas will result in two-thirds of the world population residing in cities by 2050. As a result, demand for ...

Engineer Harnesses People Skills, Insulation And 'Magic' To Make Homes Comfortable ...

DORAVILLE, Ga. - A big trend in construction these days is to use spray foam as insulation, replacing the traditional fiberglass kind. But, it's not without controversy and potential risks. Here's a ...

The latest issue of Checkbook magazine shares 32 changes you can make around your home to help save energy. Because heating is by far the biggest energy eater for Twin Cities-area homes, typically ...

The company has grown from a small local HVAC shop into a full home comfort and energy efficiency provider. The new name helps customers understand what the business does now and how it supports ...

Q. In a previous article, you discussed the use of Icynene and open- and closed-cell insulation (“Ask the Remodeler: A home with a mansard roof needs insulation. But what kind?” May 29). We got two ...