Cooler temperatures, gusty winds, and changing leaves mean a beautiful October is in full bloom. Which can only lead in one direction: winter. Last winter, we saw a very atypical season, where the number of days with a high temperature below 20 degrees far surpassed the decade of winters before — and all before…
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5 Ways to Reduce Summer Energy Bills
When we think of high energy bills Grand Rapids homeowners often think of winter’s chill. However, many people spend more on energy than necessary in the summer months as well. With a few simple practices, and sometimes with the help of home improvement contractors in Grand Rapids who can help address energy issues, you may…
You Fixed the Leak – Now What?
Having survived one of the worst winters in recent memory, many homeowners are either hiring home improvement contractors in Grand Rapids or beginning on their own to address any home issues caused by the snow, ice, and crazy temperatures. For many homeowners, roof issues have “come to light,” either immediately as the snow melted or…
7 Reasons Your Energy Bills Higher Than They Need to Be
In the Grand Rapids area, we certainly had more heating days during the last season than normal. And particularly if you heat with propane, higher energy prices this year were also to blame. If you find your energy bills are higher this year, it is certainly no surprise. But are they higher than they need…
3 Basic Questions about Air Sealing Your Home
Many people realize that their home could benefit from more insulation, or better insulation in Grand Rapids or the surrounding areas. But have you heard of the “Golden Key” to reducing draftiness and improving energy efficiency? It’s actually air sealing, which, in combination with insulating to the proper R-value, has been shown to save up…
Cozy Sweater or Cozy Home?
Ask any three homeowners about their ideal indoor temperature in winter, and you will likely get three different answers. People just feel comfortable at different temperatures. Many people will even tell you that an ideal home temperature in summer is different in the winter – say, 68 in winter and 75 in summer – and…