Evaluating Solar Powered Attic Ventilation & Day Lighting To Build Better Home Energy Assessments
A letter from yellowblue’s lead engineer on the proper home energy assessment as it relates to solar powered attic ventilation and day lighting.
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Importance of Sealing and Insulating
What’s so important about my attic? Per Energy Star, if you are looking to save energy and make your home more comfortable, the attic should be your number one priority. Spaces such as outlets, switch fixtures and smoke detectors can leave room for air to come in from the first and second floor of your […]
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Healthy Attic Quiz
No matter what the season, the proper sealing and insulation of your attic will give you a healthier, cleaner, more comfortable and energy efficient home. Take our 10 question healthy attic quiz to see just how efficient your attic is! Do you notice a difference in temperature from room to room? Are some rooms in […]
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ePOD – The Small Device That Makes A Big Difference
By now, we should all be aware of energy efficiency and the importance of doing our part to make the world cleaner and greener for future generations. Energy-efficiency remains a key component in achieving positive change. There are many steps each of us can take toward becoming and remaining more energy efficient. One of the […]
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How to Quickly Improve Hot Water Heater Performance
The lifespan of most hot water heating units is between 8 to 12 years according to Lowes Home Improvement. Taking a few extra steps in caring for your water heater can not only extend its life cycle, but also keep it running more effectively and economically. Along with draining, cleaning, valve testing and rod examinations, […]
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Harnessing the Sun’s Energy: Small Steps Toward Major Change
Fact: The sun produces more energy in one day than our current population would consume in 27 years (altenergy.org). We know that the sun’s light provides a wealth of energy. The challenge nations across the globe continue to face relates to improving the harnessing of this energy. While there is no shortage of research regarding […]
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Demystifying Solar Panels – The Choice for a Greener Tomorrow
Many individuals, who genuinely believe in eco-friendly solutions, dismiss the idea of installing solar panels because the process is thought to be too costly. If you’re among them, this article might encourage you to rethink your decision….and when you do, consider yellowblue. Solar equipment prices have become more competitive. Federal state and local governments have […]
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Hot Water Heater Wraps
Are you afraid of getting into hot water? Can you afford to stay there? Here is one way to tell. Simply put, it’s all in the touch. That’s the key to knowing if your hot water heater is efficiently insulated. A hot water heater that is warm to the touch may need insulation. Actually, it […]
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Solar Home – The Latest Really is the Greatest
The effects of climate change constantly manifest themselves. Traditional weather patterns continue to evolve, causing extreme temperature fluctuations from one day to the next. Extended heat waves, the severity of storms, droughts and other weather-related issues have critically impacted power grids and caused flooding, fires, icing, long-term power outages and physical destruction in their path. […]
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King of the Castle – Multi Layer Reflective Insulation
Your home should be your sanctuary…a place of relaxation and security for you and your family. Today, there are a host of eco-friendly products designed to help you make your home the haven it should be. One way to help keep your home comfortable all year long is by installing a ground breaking multi-layered reflective […]
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Plug into Residential Energy Savings with ePOD
Research and technology have come very far. Once incurable illnesses are now manageable ― some even non-existent ― allowing us to live longer and enjoy a better quality of life. But what about the health of our planet? What kind of world will we leave our children? We can no longer treat our energy resources […]
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Insulating Paints by Yellowblue: Easy and Efficient
Improving comfort, minimizing utility fees and reducing your own personal carbon footprint are all excellent reasons to think about insulation. But installing traditional forms of insulation into the walls of an existing home can become very challenging. The most experienced experts often agree: it is almost impossible to guarantee the complete insulation of wall interiors. […]
