by mcdonald | Dec 15, 2009 | News & Trends, Practical Green
It’s that time of year where the weather really tests our homes. In older homes a fairly routine event is the buildup of ice at the edge of the roof. If it builds up enough, there’s a strong chance that water finds its way inside and shows up on the ceiling. The...
by mcdonald | Dec 8, 2009 | News & Trends, Practical Green
The extreme temperature difference between inside and outside during the winter months is a real challenge for your home. The battle between temperatures is usually most apparent at the windows. Are the windows are bad if there is condensation or ice buildup? Maybe...
by mcdonald | Dec 1, 2009 | News & Trends, Practical Green
As we hit the frigid months in Minnesota you are probably talking about the cold. Mostly likely not just the cold outside, but in your house too. Those drafts creeping around the house that make you not want to leave the warmth of a blanket or the covers on your...
by mcdonald | Nov 10, 2009 | Practical Green
There seems to be a perception that green building and remodeling is impractical or expensive. Certain things can be impractical, but without a “filter” to run decisions through it can be difficult to assess. As green remodeling becomes more mainstream, it’s...
