Are your walls insulated correctly? This thermal imaging photo shows very poor insulation coverage in the wall cavities. This can happen when the correct installation techniques are not used. This isn’t a function of the type of material used; it’s all about the technique of installing it. Cellulose or fiberglass can both be good if […]
The “hot” wall cavity in the images is showing examples of supply branch ducts that are run up exterior walls to a 2nd floor room. The image was taken in cold weather with the furnace running. The presence of of the duct in the wall cavity displaces the insulation in the wall cavity. Presumably, the […]
Notice how cold the wood panel door is? The panels are so thin in the middle, they conduct heat very quickly. They look as cold at the window in the door. A modern door solves this with insulation embedded inside the door. You may also be eligible for a $250 federal tax credit per door […]
Kind of gross, huh? While not particularly dangerous to the durability of the house, these Multicolored Asian Lady Beetles can certainly be a nuisance! The don’t eat anything in the house such as food, fabric, or building materials, but they can leave behind a yellow staining. At this time of year, the enter the house […]