Attic knee walls are not usually even noticed…that is, until the homeowner experiences a great deal of discomfort in any rooms with knee walls. While they can be called by a number of different names, what we mean by an attic knee wall is any wall that separates the living area from attic space. If […]
When I do Energy Audits on existing homes, one big complaint I get concerns windows. Especially in winter, people feel like the windows are leaking air. Now, there can be any number of issues regarding windows, but often, their causes are not due to faulty windows. In fact, windows are a marvel of modern engineering. […]
In the quest for ever more energy- efficient homes, codes are requiring that homes be built tighter than in years past. Some builders go all out, and attempt to seal every crack and crevice. Other builders, and many homeowners, are concerned about this trend. They say, “Don’t seal it up too tight. A house needs to breathe.” Really? Respectfully, we would say […]
Bonus Room: an extra space added above the garage. New-home builders like it because it is relatively easy to construct, thereby creating additional square footage for relatively less cost per square foot. Home owners like it for the same reasons, plus they now have a Game Room, or Entertainment Room, or Play Room. Until high summer hits, that is. […]
The joke is that Americans are known for a “bigger-is-better” philosophy, but does that apply to home heating and cooling equipment? As it turns out, the answer is no, for three good reasons: An oversized air conditioner will be less effective at humidity removal because of short-cycling. Because the unit has excess capacity for heat […]
“As someone who is passionate about building quality, energy efficient homes, I am extremely pleased with the advice and feedback I was given by Home Energy Rx. They were always mindful of the economic sides of the options and provided me great direction. They will be an integral part of every project I do.” -Jimmy […]
“We are currently building ENERGY STAR and WaterSense homes in Cedarville, AR. Home Energy Rx has been a tremendous help. If I have any questions they have been there to answer them. They are a wealth of information. It’s been a pleasure working with them!” -Ronnie Miller, Construction Supervisor, Crawford/Sebastian Community Development Council, Fort Smith, […]
“Northwest Regional Housing Authority proudly provides ENERGY STAR 3.0 and WaterSense certified new homes. Our established history with Home Energy Rx for testing, HERS Ratings, and certifications makes for a successful team.” -Cliff Kollin, Northwest Regional Housing Authority, Harrison, AR
“Home Energy Rx has been a vital partner in the construction of our multi-family projects by ensuring the design and development goals of health and sustainability are carried out in the field. Your testing services have uncovered several important issues that would have gone undiscovered otherwise. When identified, Home Energy Rx has worked in harmony […]
“We asked Home Energy Rx for assistance in documenting the performance of our innovative Structural Insulated Panel (SIP) system for homes. They were very cooperative, and performed energy modeling, HERS ratings and testing for us. We are pleased with their professionalism.” -Ronnie Minnick, Reata Foundation, Hot Springs, AR