Roof overhangs can be finished in a number of materials and constructed in a wide... More
Experts at Building Science Corp., just released the results of a five-year study on insulation and air sealing. Among other findings, the report says that properly sealed walls of the same R-value perform equally well regardless of the type of insulation used. More
From e-newsletters to satisfaction surveys, there are a variety of ways to boost the referral portion of your lead flow. Here, marketing experts supply some basic steps to streamline the process. More
Assessing competitors should be a regular, ongoing part of your business strategy. Here's why: Most businesses were built around a niche or advantage that the company founder perceived as missing from the marketplace, but you should never assume that your competitive advantages will be there forever. More
Instead of trying to create a separate business or division focusing on home performance, perhaps remodelers should incorporate the principles into all their work. If there are incentive programs that help offset some costs, thatís a nice bonus, but home performance remodeling can provide long-term benefits for everyone involved. More
BPI standards assure energy-efficiency upgrade information is accurately valued for the home sales process. More
Industry consultant Victoria Downing interviews Steve Barkhouse of Amsted Construction about his company's annual planning retreat and why it's so important. More
For retired home performance expert Ed Voytovich, the core of home performance is understanding that the home is a system where everything is interdependent. More
It's all fine and dandy if home energy ratings are accurate. But what if the ratings are bogus? More
Using the International Energy Conservation Code as a guide for improving existing buildings. More
