When people want to bring down their heating bill in Fairbanks — where winter temperatures often dip into the negative double digits — they’ll sometimes try to improve the energy efficiency of their ...

The right insulation will keep your home comfy and your energy costs low. Here’s how to calculate how much you need and what ...

Q: What is the best way to upgrade insulation? A: Adding insulation can keep a home more comfortable in both the winter and the summer. It also saves on energy bills and is one way to help combat ...

Q: What kind of additional insulation can I put into the attic in my 1,550 square-foot condo? There was lots of cellulose installed when the unit was built, but now it’s deteriorating. I am starting ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Lofted rooms (cathedral ceilings, vaulted ceilings) are stylish and functional but often come with a major drawback: poor ...

Fall is the time of year when homeowners are painfully reminded of heating costs as they turn up the thermostat and fill up the oil tank. And one of the best ways to reduce those costs, make your ...

Owning an older home is a lot like owning an older vehicle. While it doesn’t have the features or comforts of its modern counterparts, the right upgrades can make it perform better than it did the day ...

Sometimes the government comes up with a great idea! No I’m serious. There is a tax credit available if you add insulation to your attic. If you add insulation to the attic of your home you know that ...

After 10 years in print journalism, Nick transitioned to the home improvement space. He has specialized in maintenance, mortgages, home warranties, moving, car shipping, home security and more for 7 ...

In this video, I demonstrate three garage door improvements and repairs that can be completed in one day. After a spring on my garage door broke, I decided to upgrade several components. The video ...

Pittsburgh, May 12, 2009 — Existing commercial buildings consume approximately 18 percent of all U.S. annual energy based on floor area, and a vast majority will require roof replacement over the next ...