Practical, honest answers to the real questions Victoria homeowners ask — without trying to sell you anything.
Two culprits — heat loss through the envelope and an inefficient heating system — and the order you fix them matters.
Read article →Cold spots are symptoms. The fix depends on which of three different culprits is responsible — and they're not always obvious.
Read article →Usually not. Window condensation is almost always a ventilation problem, not a window problem. Replacing them first is an expensive mistake.
Read article →Generally yes in BC, but the savings and sizing depend on details most quotes don't account for — including the state of your building envelope.
Read article →Home heating is typically the largest source of residential GHG emissions. Here's how to prioritize upgrades by emissions impact per dollar.
Read article →Solar doesn't make your house more efficient — and it works best on a house that's already using energy wisely. Here's what the math looks like.
Read article →It depends what you already have — and whether air sealing has been done first. Insulation and air sealing are different problems that need different fixes.
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