Liam Ortiz
Vermiculite Insulation
What is Vermiculite? Vermiculite is a lightweight, granular material. It is produced by heating mica-like minerals to expand them like...
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Liam Ortiz
Feb 5, 20233 min read
Air Leakage: Why It Matters
What is Airtightness in a House? Residential construction has come a long way in the last few decades, with a greater focus on energy...
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Liam Ortiz
Jan 24, 20233 min read
Thermal Bridging: Why It Matters
Thermal bridging is a phenomenon that occurs when there is a direct path for heat to flow from the interior to the exterior of a...
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Liam Ortiz
Nov 28, 20222 min read
Heating with Gas or Electricity - Which is Cheaper in 2022?
Utility Companies Make it Hard to Compare Unfortunately, the way that utility companies price their services actually makes it difficult...
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Liam Ortiz
Nov 10, 20223 min read
What is a Ventless Dryer?
Vented Dryers Most of us probably have a traditional vented dryer in our home. The basic way a dryer functions is by creating hot air....
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Liam Ortiz
Jul 7, 20224 min read
How to Stay Cool Without A/C
Tips for keeping your house cool, even in the heat of summer. The Basics of Comfort There are two things that factor into our comfort -...
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Liam Ortiz
Jul 6, 20223 min read
Why Portable A/C Units are Less Efficient
The Energy Guide sticker may not tell the whole story! What is a Portable A/C? Portable air conditioners have become increasingly popular...
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Liam Ortiz
Jun 21, 20222 min read
5 Misconceptions About WETT Inspections
The things most people get wrong about WETT Inspections. WETT = Wood Energy Technology Transfer Inc. 1. I can get my wood stove "WETT...
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Liam Ortiz
Jun 20, 20223 min read
How to Choose an Air Conditioner
Cut through the marketing jargon and stay cool this summer. Too Many Choices It may feel like there are simply too many choices when...
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Liam Ortiz
Jun 7, 20223 min read
What Makes a Gas Furnace "High-Efficiency"?
The difference could mean big savings next winter. Standard, Mid-Efficiency, and High-Efficiency Let's start by clearing up some naming...
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