Topic: Hot Technical Topics

Introduction to Drip Irrigation Systems
There is a new development in the exterior irrigation systems that we see. Drip irrigation systems are proliferating. Also known as micro-irrigation systems, homeowners discovered that these systems, when properly installed, save water by targeting the water where it is needed.

A blower door can pinpoint air leakage in a building. Why is this important? Because air leakage causes much of the discomfort that we feel inside a building.The blowers are used by Energy Audit Professionals to help pinpoint pesky airleaks.

Here in the Detroit area replacement window manufacturers bombard us constantly with enticing deals claiming to save money on our energy bills. We see it on TV, in print and online. "Save up to 50% on your heating and cooling costs by installing our top of the line windows." Wow! Where do I sign up?

First of all, I hear people say that "vinyl siding is a great maintenance-free siding". There really is no such thing. If you have to so much as just hose it down once in a while, it's not maintenance free. That being said, one of the more intriguing issues I have come up against when looking at a home with vinyl siding is heat damage. Sometimes it's as simple as seeing the gas or charcoal grill sitting up against the house and just knowing what the damaged is caused by. But lately, I have been seeing more and more strange situations.