5 Myths of Energy Efficiency
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In our first video presentation/webinar wannabe we talk about 5 things you thought you knew about energy efficiency that are actually wrong.
This ought to start a few fights in our industry, too. Happy New Year! =) Here are the 5 Myths, you can see them debunked in this video.
1. Insulation is the best way to save energy.
2. Bigger furnaces and air conditioners are better
3. Focus on Low Hanging Fruit
4. A House Has to Breathe
5. Programmable Thermostats Always Save Money
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Further Reading
The Science Behind What We Do – Home Performance is rooted in science. Everything is interconnected, and we try hard to keep those connections in mind. Here’s the basics.
Problems We Can Help With – Want to know if we can help? Here’s a starter list of problems we can solve.
Humidity: Another Make or Break for Your Home – A top 10 list of how high and low humidity screws things up in your home. Mold and flu and eczema, oh my!
Indoor Air Quality – The air inside your house is likely 2-5 times dirtier than outside. Here’s the rundown on what IAQ is.
Indoor Environmental Quality (IEQ) – True comfort is more than just thermal comfort. Find out more about what is involved here.
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