Getting hit with a huge utility bill is unpleasant, but it's even worse when you know that it's high due to heat or air conditioning loss through the doors, windows, or walls. Fitting exterior walls ...

My townhouse back wall (south facing) in the kitchen is very cold. I’m looking for a way to airseal and insulate in the wall between the brick and the wall, without pulling out my whole kitchen. Has ...

Having spent 30+ years in residential construction, contracting, remodeling, maintenance and home repair, Deane now contributes DIY, informational and financial content as a freelance writer and ...

If you’re going to replace the siding or cladding on the exterior of your house, you should take the opportunity to add external insulation for a more comfortable house and lower energy bills. Jeff ...

Question: In a conversation with a builder last week, I was asked how I plan to provide a foundation that meets the minimum requirements for insulation. My initial response was “Why?”, since we’ve ...