ArchivesMarch 28, 2011Finding Replacement Windows In Northern VirginiaFinding the right windows for your northern Virginia home can be a difficult process. Whether you are a do-it-yourself homeowner, or someone who would rather leave it to the professionals, the journey can be packed with questions and concerns. The following are a few helpful tips to consider on this journey. You’ll find that no matter your home remodeling style, new windows will make your home more beautiful and energy efficient. March 23, 20114 Tips for Home Insulation in Washington DC
It’s officially spring in Washington DC! Enjoy it while it lasts, because you know how short the season can be. As soon as we reach June we’ll be longing for less humidity and cooler weather. My favorite part of spring is being able to keep the windows in my home open all day and night. For about 2 months I don’t have to touch the thermostat. These luxuries disappear in the summer months. Many people associate home insulation with cold weather, but it can be very beneficial in the summer. Your energy bills will go down and you’ll have to rely on your air conditioning system less. Homeowners in Washington DC have plenty of options when it comes to insulation. Not only do you have to choose an installer, but you have to choose the right type on insulation for your home. The following are a few tips about choosing the insulation. February 22, 2011Small Homes Yield Big RewardsThe only thing that remains the same is change. Given the number of problems in the housing industry, we had to expect something had to change. This change may surprise you though. Turns out, big homes are decreasing in popularity. People are starting to consider smaller homes that use less energy. This creates a smaller price tag and less spent on home energy. The American Institute of Architects (AIA) recently conducted a “Home Design Trend Survey” and the results left me surprised. Respondents declared an increase in projects that promote property improvements, accessibility and flexible design. What is surprising, is only 2% of respondents indicated they were planning on increasing their lot size. Read more… January 25, 20115 Forgotten Energy VampiresThese days, it seems like you can’t swing a bag of garlic without hitting something vampire related. From television shows, to tween romance novels to even my beloved comic books everywhere is a nesting ground for vampires. We rarely ever consider the vampires we encounter in real life. I’m speaking of energy vampires. The appliances and practices we use daily that suck up energy unbeknownst to the user. Alone, they are not a fearsome force, but when you have several operating in your home simultaneously the costs really add up. After the jump, we will point out 5 ways you are unknowingly wasting energy. Read more… January 13, 2011Long Energy Solutions Seminar UpdateLong Fence and Home, well known in the Washington DC, Maryland and Virginia areas since 1945, has launched a new division – Long Energy Solutions. With over 65% of current housing stock under insulated and energy inefficient, the company has taken on a mission to improve energy conservation for home owners in the Mid-Atlantic region. Long Energy Solutions is committed to offering cutting edge technologies, offering some of the same technology implemented in the Empire State Building and NASA for temperature control. Read more… |