Simone Wilson

Simone Wilson

How Thick Is R48 Insulation?

Worker placing a block insulation of the attic, How Thick Is R48 Insulation?

The thickness of your home’s insulation can directly impact how cold or warm your home will be at any given time throughout the year. Proper insulation thickness and coverage can also directly affect your energy bills and can extend the…

How To Insulate A Shipping Container

Row houses made from discarded shipping containers, How To Insulate A Shipping Container

Public storage and shipping containers are increasing in popularity as people look for extra spaces to house personal items. But how do you insulate a shipping container? We have done a bit of research on shipping containers and the best…

How To Clear An AC Condensate Line

Radiator AC in a bathroom in europe, How To Clear An AC Condensate Line

Many HVAC service calls include clearing clogged air conditioner drain lines due to leaks and other issues. If your air conditioner has a clogged condensate line, it could cause issues with your entire HVAC system. So how do you clear…

How Thick Is R11 Insulation?

A wall ready for insulation to be installed, How Thick Is R11 Insulation?

The thickness level required for your home’s insulation will depend on your home’s geographic location. For example, warmer regions will usually require insulation with lower R-values. Colder regions, such as the Northeast, will usually require insulation levels with a higher…

How To Cut Denim Insulation

Installing Recycled Blue Jean Denim Insulation in Wall Frame, trimming using knife. How To Cut Denim Insulation

Denim insulation is dense and well-insulating. It was developed in the 1980s and has since grown more in popularity. It’s also easy to cut and install. But how exactly do you cut denim insulation? We have researched a few different…

Does Insulation Prevent Or Cause Condensation?

A worker placing a huge block of fiberglass insulation on the wall, Does Insulation Prevent Or Cause Condensation?

Whether you’re debating whether to add insulation to your home or you’re currently dealing with a moisture problem, it’s important to understand the role that insulation plays in preventing or causing condensation. We’ve researched the relationship between the two to…

How To Recycle Denim Insulation

Installing recycled blue jean denim insulation in wall frame, How To Recycle Denim Insulation

If you’re looking to replace old denim insulation, you may be wondering what to do with it next. Should you toss it in the dumpster? Or perhaps try to salvage and donate it? Yes, you can recycle denim insulation, and…

Should Interior Walls Be Insulated?

Construction site close up with workers making dry wall and implementing glass wool Earthwool-Acoustic, Should Interior Walls Be Insulated?

If you’re new to home buying or plan on building your own new home, you may be wondering about best practices when it comes to insulation. It’s no secret that most modern homes will have insulation in various parts of…

How To Insulate Finished Garage Walls

Insulated garage attached to new single family residence, How To Insulate Finished Garage Walls

If you have a brand new garage and are looking to regulate its temperature, insulation can be helpful. And in some locations, insulating your garage will be mandatory by the local building codes. But how do you insulate garage walls…

How To Insulate Foundation Walls

A house foundation with rebars sticking out for the upper slab layer of the house, How To Insulate Foundation Walls

The foundation of a home serves as a basis of support. The foundation walls are typically located in the basement of a home. And though basements may be used less frequently than other spaces in the house, insulating them properly…

How To Insulate French Doors

White flooring and large glass windows for spectacular view. How To Insulate French Doors

Though French doors are a lovely exterior door option, they may not be ideal in terms of energy efficiency. So how do you insulate these doors? What materials make for the best insulation? We have looked into French doors, and…

How To Insulate Crawl Space Walls

Crawl space under the eves of a house showing old fibreglass insulation, How To Insulate Crawl Space Walls

If your crawl space isn’t ventilated, insulating the walls may be beneficial. But how exactly do you do this? And what materials do you use to insulate crawl space walls? For your convenience, we have researched crawl spaces and the…

How To Cover Furnace Exhaust Pipe

A furnace exhaust vent pipe blowing steam to the cold winter air, How To Cover Furnace Exhaust Pipe

Most homeowners prepare for the winter by double-checking their insulation and other home barriers to ensure that they’re able to stay warm during the cold seasons. This may also include covering the furnace exhaust pipe. But how exactly do you…

How To Remove A Floor Furnace

A floor furnace cover removed to clean the floor furnace, How To Remove A Floor Furnace

Floor furnaces are typically electric or gas-powered heaters that are designed to provide heat through the floor of a home. They are usually located on the first floor of a home, with the base of the furnace being positioned in…