energy efficiency

One October morning, you head downstairs and notice a damp, musty smell in the basement. Everything was fine in the summer, so what happened? If your basement smells musty in the fall, moisture may be building up in places you can’t see. Over time, this condensation can cause odors and damage nearby wood or other … Read more

Wisconsin build schedules do not pause for winter. Drywall crews show up whenever the schedule calls for them, whether that’s in January or July, and insulation goes in right before they arrive. Dane County averages twenty-five very cold nights at or below 0°F and 42.6 inches of snow every year. This means a Madison area … Read more

Most homeowners think about insulation when the first cold snap arrives. But the same barrier that holds heat in during winter also keeps heat out during a Wisconsin summer. A home that is under-insulated or full of air leaks lets outdoor heat pour in, forcing your air conditioner to work overtime. Wisconsin’s climate cuts both … Read more