This article was originally published July 9, 2012. As the temperatures rise, you start worrying about your air-conditioning bill and hope that somewhere, somehow you can find a new, improved and ...

Daniel Morak is a builder at heart. From the commitment and camaraderie, to the challenges and opportunities, there’s nothing he doesn’t love about seeing construction come to life. Morak served in ...

This is a preview. Log in through your library . Abstract The numerical/experimental method for evaluation of radiant heat transfer and shields temperature as well as investigation results obtained ...

Attic insulation is essential for the ongoing efficiency of your household—it helps lower utility bills and make your home more comfortable throughout the year. Beyond that, attic insulation also ...

Question: I have a closed-in deck room that had the roof extended over it, with spray foam insulation over the original metal. It has an open-joist ceiling, and I want some more insulation to cover ...

Dear Pablo: Is it more cost effective to install an attic fan or add additional insulation? When the sun shines on your roof, the dark shingles (assuming that you have a shingled roof) collect the sun ...

Insulation is an integral part of any building’s structure, on either the interior or exterior, to block heat transfer and keep inhabitants cool. Having good insulation means energy is saved, as less ...