Why So Drafty?

Air leaks cost us dearly. According to the Energy Star™ program, most people could save about 20 percent on their heating and cooling costs by sealing up air leaks. A surprising number of older homes are riddled with holes in the “building envelope,” which is made up of the outside walls, roof and foundation. These…

Spring Into Action

#1 Aerate your lawn If you’ve never aerated your lawn, Spring is the time to do it! This process involves special equipment that punches holes in your turf, creating air pockets to improve the health of soil and roots. The holes in the lawn will allow for much needed nitrogen from rainfall to enter your soil…

9 Air-Cleaning Houseplants That Are Almost Impossible to Kill

Given that most people spend more than 90 percent of their time indoors, air quality matters. Furnishings, upholstery, synthetic building materials, and cleaning products in homes and offices can emit a variety of toxic compounds, like formaldehyde for example. Indoor air pollution can also be caused by pollen, bacteria, and mould, because outdoor air contaminants find their way…

Window Treatment

Your house may not be able to talk to you, but nevertheless, it signals you when something’s not right. Windows are particularly communicative. If your windows are more than a few decades old, listen carefully to what they’re telling you, so you’ll know when they need to be replaced. Here’s what to be on the lookout…