Foam Insulation Alternatives
Can't find foam spray insulation or rigid foam sheets for your DIY home improvement project? They're in short supply. Here's why, and what you can use instead.
How To Use Expanding Foam at Your Cabin
Thinking about using expanding foam for pest control at your cabin? Learn all about spray foam and whether it's the...
How to Choose the Right Skylight Shades for Your Home
Skylight shades cover your skylights in stylish and functional ways. Here's everything you need to know.
How to Cut Fiberglass Insulation Batts
Cutting batt insulation the easy way
Stop Believing These Summer Maintenance Myths
Believing these myths might actually be costing you money!
20 Earth Conscious Home Ideas Through the Years
Have you heard of the Earthship?
How to Estimate Insulation Needs and Achieve R-Value Requirements
Achieve comfort and efficiency year-round with the right amount of insulation.
How to Insulate a Garage Door
If you have an attached garage with an uninsulated garage door, it's costing you money in both winter and summer.
Pros and Cons of the Most Commonly Used Types of Residential Insulation
There are a wide variety of insulation types used in the construction industry. Learn the pros and cons of each...
Cellulose vs. Foam Insulation: What Are The Differences?
Cellulose and spray foam are popular residential insulation materials, so which one is right for you? Here's how they stack...
Pros and Cons of Attic Insulation Types
What’s the best attic insulation? That depends on your definition of “best”. An expert home inspector goes through which attic...
Prevent Frozen Pipes With Insulation and Warm Air
Rigid insulation is the key
Save Money With Home Energy Audit
Find out where you're losing energy—and what you can do to stop it
34 Silent Signs That Your House is Failing
Your house can't talk, but it can give you hints of failure, if you pay attention. Learn what your house...
14 Weekend Projects that Add to Home Value
Not every project has to be big (or extremely expensive) to add value to your home. These done-in-a-weekend projects, for...
3 Tips for Spray Foam Contractors
Check out these essential tips for spray foam technicians.
Here’s Why You Should Use Spray Foam over Fiberglass
Trying to choose an insulation method? After comparing the two, spray foam is clearly the better option. Here’s why you...
5 Tips for Cleaning and Maintaining Your Spray Foam Gun
Consider your spray foam truck as a factory on wheels, and therefore, maintain it as you would any other industrial...
Spray Foam Insulation
There is no better performing insulation than closed cell spray foam. Find out why.
Here’s Why Spray Foam Can Regulate Your House Temperature
If you’re looking to keep the house at a comfortable temperature, it may be time to consider spray foam insulation....
The Difference Between Open-Cell and Closed-Cell Spray Foam
Not sure which spray foam is the right fit? This should help!
Why Choose Mineral Wool Insulation?
Mineral wool has some real advantages over the alternatives. If you have an insulation job coming up, we strongly recommend...
Everything to Know About Spray Foam Insulation Kits
We dug up some great installation tips to help you spray safely and get the most bang for your precious...
This Spray Foam Will Fix Any of Your Concrete Problems
Renovations for concrete can cost what feels like a mini fortune. But this foam material can fix those concrete problems...
6 Home Problems Inspectors Hate to See and How to Fix Them
Reuben Saltzman, president of Structure Tech in Minnesota, identifies potential home problems and what to do about them.
Foam Outlet Insulation Stops Cold Air Coming Through Electrical Outlets
Stop drafts cold at electrical boxes with these easy foam outlet insulation tips.
How to Soundproof a Room
Cut down on the noise coming into or going out of your living area with these proven sound-dampening materials and...
5 Insulation Mistakes to Avoid
Insulation keeps your home the temperature you want — as long as it's installed correctly. Here are five common insulation...
How to Finish, Frame, and Insulate a Basement
With special framing and insulating techniques, your basement can be as comfortable as any other room in your home. Find...
Never Do These Things With Spray Foam
We all love spray foam, but it shouldn't be used for everything! Here are seven things you shouldn't do with...