As we become more energy efficient and environmentally conscious, our awareness of products like radiant barrier systems become greater. You may have previously heard of the technique, but you may not have fully understood how the process works, and how it can help you in the long run. Generally, radiant barriers are installed in the home to deflect heat, thus lowering the costs to keep your home cool in the summer. It is most commonly installed in the attic, but can also be … [Read more...]
What Does R-Value Mean In Terms Of Insulation?
Whether you know very little about home construction or not, you know that you like to stay warm in cold weather and cooler in warmer weather. How one accomplishes this in their home varies. There's a combination between fans, an HVAC system, and the most important factor, insulation. More often than not, people do not realize how important proper insulation is, and how much energy can be wasted with "cheap" or poorly installed insulation, but there is a way to determine how … [Read more...]
5 Custom Kitchen Trends
Kitchen plans have certainly changed over the years. In fact, they've changed radically simply because they've become a primary room of the house. Previously the living room was the main room of the house, where most guests and residents of the home hung out. Now, we've found that the kitchen is the heart of the home, and house plans have become more open to accommodate. In fact, in an era where things change constantly and overnight, it seems like large, open kitchens are … [Read more...]
