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December 22, 2010

Maryland’s Clean Energy Loans

Maybe this winter won’t be as mild as meteorologists suggest.  Maryland, Washington DC and Virginia have all received significant snow fall before we officially entered winter.  With temperatures struggling to rise above freezing, many homeowners are now prepared to upgrade their insulation.   The Maryland Clean Energy Center has launched a program designed to help out those who may not be prepared for the colder weather that approaches. Read more…

November 30, 2010

Losing Heat Through the Attic Can Be Scary

Winter will soon be here.  You are probably starting to realize what rooms in your home are more susceptible to losing all the warm air you pay for.   How can you be sure that you are getting the most out of the energy your home demands?  Knowing your home is well insulated takes some of the stress out of those winter energy bills.  Insulation is important throughout your home, but here we will examine one of the most neglected areas where warm air can escape – the attic. Read more…

November 9, 2010

Top 5 Things to Know About the Expiring Tax Credits

For our readers in Virginia and Maryland who are interested in window replacement, now is the time.  The remodeling sector can thank the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 for much of their success this year.  The credits provided by the act were paramount in the decision by many homeowners to commit to their next remodeling project or installing replacement windows.  Nothing lasts forever and as of December, 31 2010 the tax rebates will no longer be offered.   The procrastinators amongst us still have a few weeks before the expiration date.  Here are the top five things you need to know coming down the homestretch. Read more…

October 7, 2010

Maryland’s First Passive Home

Yesterday, we learned that the first passive home in Maryland had begun construction.  The phrase “passive house” refers to the voluntary, yet rigorous energy efficiency standards builders are subject to when creating a home.   The Maryland project is being completed by O’Neill Construction Corporation (Gaithersburg, MD) and Peabody Architects (Alexandria, VA).  They are focusing on one of the biggest culprits of inefficient homes – air leakage.  Preventing air leakage requires serious attention to siding and replacement windows.   Passive Homes are very popular in Europe. The word actually comes from the German term “Passivhaus”.  While not as popular in the states, the need to save money and energy is leading to their acceptance and consideration across the nation.  To learn more about Maryland’s first Passive House read more here.

September 7, 2010

Long Energy Solutions: Energy Tips From Maryland Homeowners

Did you know there are over 100 million homes in the United States and around 60 million of those houses are under insulated?  This means the majority of homes are using energy inefficiently.   If your car had a gas leak, you could take it to the mechanic.  If you were feeling fatigued, you could consult a physician.  What about your home?  Who can you turn to when one of your primary investments is losing energy and costing you money at an alarming rate?  Long Fence and Home, a trusted name in the energy efficient home remodeling industry, introduces Long Energy Solutions.

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