Why is air sealing important in your home? This can be a loaded question. First of all, air is a carrier. With it, air brings along unwanted moisture, pollutants, and temperature differentials. When a home operates under different pressures from HVAC run cycles and using the dryer and bathroom fans, air will find its way…
I am emphatic about improving energy efficiency in new homes and existing homes. For me personally the driving force is simple. Less energy usage equals less energy demand. Less demand equals less power generated. Less power generated means less global warming and less mountaintop coal removal. Here’s the problem. I often have clients who put…
I can convince someone on a ride from the first floor to the twelfth floor on why a green energy efficient home is better than one that’s not. That could be either a new home or a retrofitted existing home of any age. Get your stop watch out while you read this… Ready, Set, Go!…
Q. My home always smells musty and my air never feels “fresh”. Is there anything I can do? A. Absolutely there is. Many crawlspaces or basements in our mixed humid climate have a “moisture” problem. That problem creates other problems such as mold and mildew. With dehumidification and a controlled climate environment such as a…
Let me quickly introduce myself. My name is Chad Ray, also known as “that green builder guy.” I am a partner in two small businesses. Olde Heritage Builders certifies and builds 20 green homes each year. Energy Savers of North Carolina helps over 200 existing homeowners make their current home more comfortable and cost less…
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