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Spring is the season of new growth. The grass is growing again, flowers a jetting out of the ground, and trees are budding. In Minnesota, this also means the last of the snow is melting (or still falling, depending on the day) and ice-covered lakes and rivers are exposed again. All this extra moisture has the opportunity to grow more

The quality of the air in your home is determined by a few factors–mainly your home’s HVAC system. All indoor air has the opportunity to become polluted–especially this time of year when mold growth is rampant and allergens are on the move. You might notice low indoor air quality through strange smells, a heavier than normal feeling, or worst of

At the beginning of a new year, it’s time to look at your finances and see whenever you can slim down a few areas of your budget. Is your energy bill astronomical? Turns out, you’re not out of luck. You can easily solve your money troubles pertaining to your heating bill by simply retrofitting your home. Here’s exactly how taking

As a new decade is ushered in, Minneapolis continues to fight to decrease its carbon footprint. This year, the city is requiring homeowners to be transparent about their home’s energy efficiency. This new push will require more reporting for homeowners to compile a home energy report for potential buyers. This is just one of the several initiatives that Minneapolis has

Icicles forming on the eaves of your home may seem like a festive element of the winter wonderland that surrounds you. Unfortunately, icicles forming can be a red flag that a larger problem lies up on your housetop.   What are ice dams? Ice dams form through the stack effect, or when hot air from the interior of your home

“’ Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house, not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse.” Are you picturing a quiet and quaint holiday with your family? Well, your plans could be ruined if you are not living in a soundproof home. Here are the top three reasons why you should soundproof your home this Christmas

Low energy grades are must-fix in your home. Low energy grades often lead to higher energy bills and overall, a home that is often too cold in the winter and too hot in the summer. The major culprits in low energy grade audits are the foundation and basement of your home. According to research conducted by the University of Minnesota,

Identifying where air leaks are inside your building is a bit of detective work. New on the insulation market scene is blower door testing, which has now become a mandatory test in Minnesota’s building code. Blower door testing has transformed energy audits on buildings, new and old, by pinpointing exact areas that are not airtight.   What is blower door

Injection foam insulation is one of the newer insulation methods that has hit the market. Due to homeowner’s unfamiliarity to the product, misconceptions and false doubts are often spread about the product. Many of these rumors are false. Learn the truth about injection foam insulation and discover what it fits your homeowner insulation needs.   Myth: RetroFoam insulation is too

When it comes to maintaining your home, one of your highest priorities should be checking the condition of your house’s insulation. Insulation is one of the few materials that keeps your home safe from harsh weather and extensive home damage. Knowing whether it’s time to replace your insulation can be a tricky, but here are a few telltale signs whether