Funny things come up when talking to friends and neighbors. We were talking the pain of air conditioners the other day, and this is what we came up with. Air conditioning systems seem to fit in two categories: break your…
Energy Saving Tips
Reducing energy consumption is something we can all do. These Energy Savings Tips can take little effort, but give great rewards…saving you money and making a better planet. Purchase only Energy Star and Underwriter Laboratory Certified Products. There are Cash…
2013 Winter Has Come
So far, this winter has given us a glimpse of what the season will bring. We had some pretty strong weather, from wind, to snow, to freezing cold. These extremes are what make living in Rhode Island so special. They…
2013 New Year’s Revolution
There is one thing many profess but yet cannot find the time or gumption to do: New Year’s Resolutions. I propose we switch it up a bit and make it something with a bit more impact, and maybe easier: A…
Pressure Testing a House to Find out What is Best
The recent storms have been a real eye opener. Mother Nature not only has my attention, but my respect. As trades people, we spend our professional lives trying to keep weather out, make building’s last longer, and as of more…
Heating Analysis Case Studies
“At the end of the article you stated more or less flat out that the thermostat should be kept at a fixed setting. I agree doing that might be right in some cases. But whenever that is done, it should…
To Leave Or Not To Leave Your Thermostat Alone
“I have a programmable thermostat that changes the temperature in a 24 hour cycle. Can you provide me with the information the heating people recommend? Could you please elaborate? Are programmable thermostats obsolete?” Every building is different. Some buildings…
Repairing a Skylight, A Dad’s Approach
My Dad is a “retired” mechanical engineer. He reads directions. My brothers and I dismissed this as kids, breaking things before my Dad had a chance to finish reading. But life comes full circle and now I read everything, even…
Insulating with a Plan
Insulating homes takes careful analysis and consideration. No house is the same, so be sure to follow these important steps.