These Two Things MUST Happen Before You Insulate Your Attic

Some insulation companies just show up and throw a bunch of pink batting into your attic without a care for the way such an “installation” will impact your house. They may even manage to avoid hurting homes if they’re doing it in dry climates. But here in Florida we are in a constant battle with heat and moisture, the two conditions that make mold and rot a constant threat. Insulation companies that don’t take the proper amount of time and care can make life very Read More +

Will Insulation Improve the Value of Your Home?

We admit it…insulation isn’t the sexiest home improvement you can make. It’s not as exciting as a whirlpool tub or a brightly colored backsplash. It’s not as trendy as an outdoor kitchen. But if you’re looking for a home improvement which will deliver a good return on investment when you’re trying to sell, roof insulation is hard to beat. It brings the value…and it lowers your bills today….something shiny  new kitchen remodeling job just can’t do for you. It’s an especially good improvement if your Read More +

Creative Energy Efficient Eco Friendly Roofing

A roof is a large space that just sits there and only protects the home from inclement weather. What if the area the roof covers were to be used for more creative and eco friendly purposes? Well that’s what’s been happening around the world and it looks like something that can change the face of both urban and rural environments. The primary purpose of the roof is protection. Nothing should be done to compromise this. Creative engineering can improve that protection especially regarding energy efficiency Read More +

Hotter, Longer Summers Means It’s Time to Think About Insulation

Here in Clearwater temperatures don’t exactly plunge. Our winters are the envy of the world, and people come from “up north” to spend the warmest months of the year here. But that doesn’t mean we don’t look forward to fall and winter. After temperatures have soared into the 90s and heat indexes have made it into the 100s a steady stream of 60 and 70 degree days can come as a welcome relief, both to our comfort levels and to our wallets. After blasting the Read More +

The Technical Side Of Florida Energy Efficient Roofing

A lot goes into roofing than most people realize. There are fundamentals to technology that come into play here and it’s a good idea to get the nuts and bolts of what they are. First of all, the reflectivity of the roof is primary. This means that sunlight and heat are reflected away from the structure with a highly reflective color and material. It’s a combination of the two that achieves this and can be the difference between night and day regarding keeping heat away Read More +