'Right-sizing' Your HVAC System http://www.constructionowl.com/articles/right_s... (ARA) - Renovating your home can meet your family's changing needs, not to mention increase the value of your property. But whether you're considering remodeling a bathroom or adding an entire second story to your home, it's important to ensure your heating and cooling system can handle the bigger or better space...
Soundproofing :: Soundproofing http://www.homesoundproofinghelp.com/... Have you ever thought about soundproofing your office at home? Maybe you are a musician and would like to work without disturbing your family while they sleep. Eliminating the noise from within a room has never been easier, or cheaper.
Soundproofing :: Soundproofing Resourcess http://homesoundproofinghelp.com... Have you ever thought about soundproofing your office at home? Maybe you are a musician and would like to work without disturbing your family while they sleep.
Home Walls insulation - Types http://www.constructionowl.com/insulation/insul... Each material that is used to make up your house has an insulating value, the effectiveness of these materials varies widely. For example, a one inch thick blanket of fiberglass insulation, has the same insulation value as approximately a 22-inch thick wall of common brick, or a 4½ feet...
Home insulation - R-Values http://www.constructionowl.com/insulation/r_val... Insulation belongs inside or against any barrier located between a cooled space and an uncooled space. When we apply it to the structure of a house it means that insulation should be within all exterior walls, under roofs or in attics, and beneath floors exposed to the outside...
Want to save energy? Where to insulate http://www.constructionowl.com/insulation/where... Your home will be more comfortable if it is well insulated. There are primary areas that should be noticed.
Basements ”“ it is not recommended to install insulation against a wet or damp wall. Generally, rigid sheets of polystyrene foam are the most efficient per unit of thickness. It is good to add them to any concrete surface. Rigid foam insulation can be used below grade because it has an outstanding moisture resistance...
Heat production systems for your home http://www.constructionowl.com/heating_and_cool... You could build the most attractive home with a breathtaking view, and furnish it with the finest furniture, yet, unless the temperature and humidity are maintained properly, the house would be unpleasant to live in. in homes located in an extreme climate, heating and cooling systems are probably the hardest working components of any home...
Now Is the Perfect Time to Check Your Home Insulation http://www.constructionowl.com/articles/now_is_... (ARA) - The cold and snow have arrived, which means it's a great time to make sure your home has enough insulation in the attic. If you can see the wood beams of the attic floor, it's probably under-insulated. What you find out will help you keep your house warmer and save you money for years to come...
End the Year with a Weekend Project that Pays You Back http://www.constructionowl.com/articles/weekend... (ARA) - If you're looking for an easy home improvement project to tackle during your upcoming holiday break, why not choose one that pays you back? Adding insulation in your attic not only helps reduce your heating and cooling bills for years to come, but if you purchase qualifying insulation products before December 31, 2007, you may be eligible for a federal tax credit of up to $500. When was the last time one of your weekend projects gave you that kind of return?..
Energy-Saving Tips for the Home Heating Season http://www.constructionowl.com/articles/energy_... (ARA) - From compact fluorescent light bulbs to ENERGY STAR-rated appliances, consumers are interested in the latest and greatest
