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Everything you need to know about heat pumps, heat pumps 101

From Vermont, For Vermont: The Ultimate Heat Pump Guide

Find out the dual functionality of heat pumps, a remarkable alternative to traditional heating and cooling systems. Unlike standard units that generate heat or cold separately, heat pumps transfer heat either from the outside in during colder months or from the inside out during warmer periods. This efficiency not only promises year-round comfort but also champions environmental stewardship, positioning heat pumps as a pivotal solution for a sustainable and energy-efficient future. Let’s dive deeper into “Heat Pumps 101” to grasp the essentials of this game-changing technology.

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Spray Foam Insulation is made completely of fossil fuels, and buyer beware. Always contact a certified high-performance builder before you have spray foam insulation installed.

DID YOU KNOW: Spray Foam Insulation

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Spray Foam Insulation is made entirely of fossil fuels, can cause many costly problems with your house and your health – and buyer beware. Always contact a certified high-performance builder before you have spray foam insulation installed.

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Robert Swinburne - high performance architect. Building Science homes in New England.

Empowering New Englanders and New Yorkers: Revolutionizing High Performance Homes

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Are you a new homebuilder or retrofitter with dreams of creating a sustainable and energy-efficient living space? Look no further than the wealth of nonprofit organizations in New England and New York dedicated to helping you turn your vision into reality. These organizations offer invaluable resources and support, connecting you with energy and lighting efficiency solutions, and helping you live the New England dream.

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Save Money using a high-performance builder to build a new home or retrofit an old home. Here are the five tips you need to know. It's all about Building Science! Welcome to SEON (Sustainable Energy Outreach Network)

Unlock the Secrets to Getting Your Dream Home

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5 Essential Tips You MUST Know Before Building Or Retrofitting a Home

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Repairing clapboards - watch out for infestation of bugs or rodents. Use a high-performance builder to ensure efficiency, quality and sustainability

7 ways badly replaced clapboards attract bugs and rodents

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Do you know that there are at least 7 reasons why pests and rodents get into your house via your clapboard?

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Should I repair or replace my clapboards - watch out for infestation of bugs or rodents. Use a high-performance builder to ensure efficiency, quality and sustainability

Replacing Clapboard or Just Repainting?

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Q. How do I know whether it is wise to replace our clapboard or just repaint, and if we replace it, what should we do if the sheathing has no weather resistant barrier? How do I pay for this? Can I do this in stages?

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What you need to know about The New Law For Residential Building Contractors, building science policy and legislation, SEON

Worst materials to use in Building

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Here is a list of 20 of the worst materials and tactics some builders use to cut costs for homeowners when building or retrofitting their homes, that end up costing a lot more money and health issues down the line.

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Interview questions to help you select a builder/contractor that has shown that they’re keeping up with the latest in high performance building.

10 Reasons to hire a High Performance Builder to Replace Your Clapboards

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Here are ten reasons why using a high-performance builder to replace your clapboard is better than using a regular builder: Looking to find a certified, high-performance builder in Vermont and the New England area? Looking to find a certified, high-performance builder in the United States?

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What You Need To Know About Air Flow

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What you need to know about Air Flow and how it affects homes and buildings. If you want to reach net-zero energy usage AND save money, pay attention to your Air Flow.

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What You Need to Know About Heat Flow

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What you need to know about Heat Flow and how it affects you reaching net-zero energy in your house or buildings. An important must-know when it comes to saving money long term.

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