Having spent 30+ years in residential construction, contracting, remodeling, maintenance and home repair, Deane now contributes DIY, informational and financial content as a freelance writer and ...

Attics already have that mysterious quality, where items that were at some point important to us (or the home’s previous owners) fill boxes that we forget about, and then eventually rediscover. And ...

As the cold winter weather sets in, keeping your home warm and energy-efficient becomes a top priority. One of the biggest causes of heat loss in homes, particularly older ones, is poorly insulated ...

If you’re struggling with cold drafts and higher-than-should-be energy bills in your home, it’s likely that poor window insulation is at fault. There’s not much you can do about wall or roof ...

This is a beam across the top of a window. It should have had twice as much closed-cell foam insulation. (Tim Carter) Perspective by Tim Carter Q: Tim, I need your expert opinion. I’m building a new ...

Now that the hot and humid weather of summer is giving way to the cooler temperatures of the coming season, it's time prepare your home for the seasonal change. Sealing the air leaks around your home ...

Kolbe Windows & Doors officially launched its latest performance glass solutions, integrating vacuum insulating glass (VIG) ...

Kolbe Windows & Doors officially launched its latest performance glass solutions, integrating vacuum insulating glass (VIG) options from LuxWall, Inc. into selected window and door products.