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How to Prevent Ice Dams with Air Sealing and Attic Insulation in Michigan
Prevent ice dams and protect your home with expert air sealing, attic insulation, and ventilation. Learn how to stop roof leaks and costly damage in Southeast Michigan. Schedule a home energy audit today!
Is Spray Foam Insulation Safe?
Whole house fans have been around for years, and they’ve started to get more attention from homeowners. Here’s the question we hear all the time: “Should I keep or remove my whole house fan?” In this article, we break it down for homeowners in the Detroit Metro area.
Fall Home Maintenance Checklist
Think of baffles as the unsung heroes of your attic or roof. They ensure proper airflow, prevent moisture buildup, and help your insulation do its job without any hiccups. In this article, we break down what you need to know about baffles, from what they are to why they’re essential and how they should be installed in your attic.
Don’t Be Baffled by Baffles
Think of baffles as the unsung heroes of your attic or roof. They ensure proper airflow, prevent moisture buildup, and help your insulation do its job without any hiccups. In this article, we break down what you need to know about baffles, from what they are to why they’re essential and how they should be installed in your attic.
Whole House Fan: Keep or Remove?
Whole house fans have been around for years, and they’ve started to get more attention from homeowners. Here’s the question we hear all the time: “Should I keep or remove my whole house fan?” In this article, we break it down for homeowners in the Detroit Metro area.
What is a Michigan Basement?
Growing up or living in Michigan, you’ve likely heard the term “Michigan basement.” But … do you know what it means? In this article, we’ll break it down: What is a Michigan basement, and how can you make the most of the basement you have.
How to Avoid a Space Heater Fire: Safety Tips + Alternatives
Heating equipment is one of the top causes of house fires in the US, especially during the cold months. Here we review the top tips to use space heaters safely and the best options to keep your home warm and cozy without space heaters.
How to Interpret Uneven Snow Melt on Roof
A patchy or uneven layer of snow on your roof means that you don’t have enough insulation in your attic, and you also most likely have air leaks that allow warm air from your home to enter the attic, warming the underside of your roof and melting the snow.
Why Is My Upstairs So Hot?
Why Is My Upstairs So Hot? Bill Hoelzer Air Sealing, Insulation Estimated reading time: 5 minutes This may hit home: In the summer, your rooms upstairs get way hotter than the rest of the house, even with the air conditioner running. Then winter comes, and the upstairs temperature drops by five to ten degrees compared […]
Home Insulation Health Hazards
Home Insulation Health Hazards Ecotelligent Homes Cellulose Insulation, Insulation, Spray Foam Insulation Estimated reading time: 6 minutes Insulation is a necessity to keep our home at a safe temperature during cold Michigan winters and comfortable during its searing summers. While home insulation is overall beneficial for our home, it does have downsides when it comes […]