An airtight house is a home that has been built to have little or no air leakage, which means fewer drafts, less noise, and dust coming in through the walls and ceiling. It also means more efficient heating and cooling. An airtight building performs better than a standard building in heating and cooling, saving money…
Category: Air and Ventilation
Why is Attic Ventilation Important?
The ventilation system in your attic is what enables your home to breathe. Attic vents allow the entry of fresh air into your attic and the exit of heat. Passive and active ventilation systems are the two main types available. Passive ventilation refers to the air movement in the attic caused by natural forces like…
How to stop air leaks around doors and throughout your home
Air leaks can be a big problem for homeowners. It’s common to see doors that don’t seal tightly, windows situated in the wrong spot, and vents with cracked seals around them. If you’re noticing a draft coming from your home or through any of the windows, it could mean an air leak is present. This…
Signs Your Home is Under-insulated
Decades ago, there were little to no insulation regulations which means today, many older homes are either under-insulated or the insulation methods are now ineffective. Without proper insulation, homeowners face several issues that decrease the comfort of their homes and increase their energy bills. By recognizing the common signs of under-insulation, homeowners will be able…
What to Do About Heat and Air Escaping Your Home
It can be very frustrating to come home and find uncomfortable and uneven temperatures throughout your house. Also, you may find that because of this, your gas bills have been a bit higher than expected. At GreenFit Homes, we know people are always looking for home energy saving tips and ways to stop air from…
Are You Ready for Winter? A Checklist to Prepare
Cooler temperatures, gusty winds, and changing leaves mean a beautiful October is in full bloom. Which can only lead in one direction: winter. Last winter, we saw a very atypical season, where the number of days with a high temperature below 20 degrees far surpassed the decade of winters before — and all before…
Indoor Air Quality and Allergies
Many people who are looking for home improvement contractors want to make their home healthier and more efficient. If you or a family member has allergies, you may have already considered home performance improvements to better your health and comfort in the long term. One of the ways to reduce allergy symptoms is to improve…
You Fixed the Leak – Now What?
Having survived one of the worst winters in recent memory, many homeowners are either hiring home improvement contractors in Grand Rapids or beginning on their own to address any home issues caused by the snow, ice, and crazy temperatures. For many homeowners, roof issues have “come to light,” either immediately as the snow melted or…
3 Causes of Foggy Windows
One of the major reasons homeowners consider window replacement in Grand Rapids boils down to one symptom: foggy windows. In our part of the country, there can actually be several main causes of foggy windows, and not all of them require window replacement. The underlying cause of foggy windows is always humidity, and more specifically…
3 Basic Questions about Air Sealing Your Home
Many people realize that their home could benefit from more insulation, or better insulation in Grand Rapids or the surrounding areas. But have you heard of the “Golden Key” to reducing draftiness and improving energy efficiency? It’s actually air sealing, which, in combination with insulating to the proper R-value, has been shown to save up…