Videos

A great video on how spray foam insulation works. You can see how it fills up all available space to create a tight seal.

Another example of how spray foam insulation works, including a history of its development.

This Old House discusses spray foam vs cellulose, and also covers the sound proofing qualities of foam.

Matt Risinger of Risinger Homes in Austin, Texas, explains why sealed attics provide such an advantage. The issue of saving on HVAC capacity is a particularly important point.

Spray foam isn't always the answer. Here Good Housekeeping explains why non-toxic recycled cotton insulation is a great addition to a green home.

This is one of Walker's pet peaves - leaky ducts cost money, they make your home uncomfortable, and they mean you are breathing in dirty air. EMCTV explains why - nice to see someone else finds this stuff important!

Carolina Home Inspections are clearly big fans of closed crawl spaces. This new way of doing crawl spaces is great - and it's not just for new build. We can retrofit many existing homes too.

LED lighting options are limited at the moment - but it's on the horizon. Definitely a technology to keep your eye on.