Homeowners today have a variety of options when it comes to insulation. While traditional insulation has been the go-to choice for years, radiant barrier insulation is becoming increasingly popular. Understanding the differences between radiant barrier and traditional...

Home insulation is essential for keeping your home comfortable and energy efficient. To determine how much insulation you need, it's based on your local climate, type of fuel you use for heating and cooling, building materials and the area you are looking to insulate....

Radiant barriers are a type of insulation that is used in homes and businesses to keep heat from entering or leaving the building. Radiant barriers are usually installed in attics, where they can reflect heat away from the living space below. In theory, this should...

Georgia summers can be unforgiving — both hot and oppressive. Because of the sweltering heat, you can't help but turn the air conditioner up to feel a little relief. As you turn the AC up, however, your electric bills go up as well.  Sometimes, you end up needing to...

Insulating your attic should be on top of your to-do list as a homeowner. When you insulate your attic, you can prevent air produced by your HVAC from escaping and stop outside air from entering your home. This can help you reduce your heating and cooling costs by up...

Have you ever heard of radiant barriers?   Not everyone is familiar with what a radiant barrier is. What many homeowners do know, though, is that summer comes with higher energy bills. At this time of the year, the sun's radiant heat warms our homes so much that...

When was the last time you checked on your attic insulation? Atlanta is home to humid summers and mild winters. Most of the year, you may be able to get away with your aged attic insulation. However, when the summers and winters come, problems with your attic’s...