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How Much Insulation Is Enough?

Recommended residential insulation levels by climate zone POSTED ON MAR 1 2012 BY ALEX WILSON Most leading energy experts today recommend installing a lot more insulation than is common practice. This wall for a Passive House in Seattle will hold about a foot of insulation. I’m often asked the question, “How much insulation should I […]

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Study Shows Insulated Siding Reduces Air Infiltration

By: Tim Holt A recent study conducted by Newport Ventures shows that installing new insulated vinyl siding and a weather resistive barrier on existing homes reduces air infiltration by 12% on average. Reduced air infiltration can contribute to increasing a residential structure’s energy efficiency. While the insulating properties of insulated vinyl siding are becoming increasingly recognized […]

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Is Your Home Up to Modern Energy-Efficiency Standards?

By: Lauren Higl Building science has come a long way in recent years. We are learning more every day about how to make homes more energy-efficient while still keeping them affordable. This is even more important to homeowners today than it was in the past because the cost to heat, cool and run a home continues […]

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Custom Home Builder Uses Insulated Vinyl Siding for Model Homes

Insulated vinyl siding is starting to gain in popularity due to its energy efficiency, maintenance freedom and new and improved looks.  Take a look at our gallery and the below article. Custom Home Builder Uses Insulated Vinyl Siding for Model Homes By: Lauren Higl We sat down with Paul Schumacher of Schumacher Homes to learn why the largest […]

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Insulated Vinyl Listed as 1 of 10 Products You Should Be Using in 2012 by Builder Online

With energy efficiency, sustainability and return on investment on a lot of homeowner’s minds these days, insulated vinyl (or polymer) siding is gaining traction amongst homeowners and now builders!  See article and links below. January 4, 2012 Insulated vinyl siding included in Builder Online’s list of 10 Products You Should Be Using in 2012. Whether […]

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3 Generations Receives High Audit Scores From James Hardie

We recently installed James Hardie’s premium Artisan FiberCement siding in Napa, CA.  This panel is meant to compete with the looks of Wood Cedar Siding.  With its 5/8″ thickness, tongue & groove joints and 30 year warranty, this may be the most desirable siding product in the market today! Notice the mitered corners in the picture […]

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