If your looking at having an energy audit or weatherization project for your home here are a few questions to ask…. 1. Will I need an air exchanger system to overcome the sealing from the weatherization of my home. Cost … Continue reading
Few things are more misunderstood about the home than attic ventilation. In essence, all ventilation is about circulating air to keep it fresh and to reduce moisture levels. The American Institute of Architects estimates that 90 percent of homes in … Continue reading
Carbon dioxide is a villain in the climate change narrative, but coal plants and factories aren’t the only places that produce it. Humans generate CO2 too, just from breathing. And in certain circumstances, that human-generated CO2 might be enough to … Continue reading
As of March 1, 2014 all residential rentals must be tested for Radon in the air. If you have a rental house or apartment and have not tested you must request a extension with the state to avoid a $250 … Continue reading
All residential rental are required by law to be tested for radon by March 2014. Radon is estimated to cause thousands of lung cancer deaths in the U.S. each year. * Radon is estimated to cause about 21,000 lung cancer … Continue reading
Soot on your walls indicates a problem somewhere in your house, and you often don’t notice soot until it’s become a huge problem. Most often, you move a picture on the wall and notice the telltale signs of soot. Upon … Continue reading
Myth: Scientists are not sure that radon really is a problem. FACT: Although some scientists dispute the precise number of deaths due to radon, all the major health organizations (like the Centers for Disease Control, the American Lung Association, and … Continue reading
It’s now easier than ever for homeowners to transform their homes into models of green living thanks to the growing availability of affordable, energy-smart building products and materials. From replacing incandescent light bulbs to reviewing the energy rating on new … Continue reading
So you’ve sealed and insulated your home for maximum energy efficiency. That’s great. But have you paid attention to your ventilation? Without a healthy exchange of air, your indoor air quality will suffer. Excess moisture, particulates, fumes and even carbon-monoxide emissions are the hallmarks … Continue reading
S.P. 124 – L.D. 328 An Act Relating to Radon Testing and Disclosure to Tenants Be it enacted by the People of the State of Maine as follows: §6030-D. Radon testing 1. Testing. By March 1, 2014, and, unless … Continue reading
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