Category Archives: Energy Efficiency Upgrades

Double Glazed Windows – Double-glazed windows are windows that contain two panes of glass separated by air or a non-toxic gas called Argon.

The gap between glass panels can have a significant impact on the transfer of heat from the outside of your home to the inside and vice versa. And depending on the glass combinations used with your double glazing, it can also have an impact on reducing noise inside and outside your home.

Double Glazed Windows

Now that we’ve covered the basics, let’s take a moment to consider how double-glazed windows can fit your home and your budget.

Wooden Double Glazed Windows

Jason Windows uses Argon gas because it is more effective than air at preventing heat transfer due to its increased density and reduced thermal conductivity.

Noisy neighborhoods can be a problem. Fortunately, with the right combination of glazing options, Double Glazing helps limit these noisy interruptions … Read the rest

Smart Thermostat Integration – Thermostats control the heating and cooling of a space. Smart thermostats use algorithms and sensors to increase energy efficiency and reduce emissions.

Research Associates: Barbara Rodriguez Droguett, Alex Michelko, Aven Satre-Meloy; Senior Associate: Ryan F. Allard; Executive Director: Chad Frischmann

Smart Thermostat Integration

We predict that smart thermostats could expand from 3 percent to 55–59 percent of homes with internet access by 2050, increasing energy efficiency in 1.4–1.5 billion homes. Reduced energy consumption could prevent 6.91–7.25 gigatonnes of CO2 equivalent emissions for an investment of US$162.48–181.41 billion. The return on investment is high: smart thermostats can save their owners $1.79–2.02 trillion on utility bills over the lifetime of the units.

Amazon Thermostat Integration

The built environment accounts for a significant share of global energy use and costs, and there is significant room for improvement in how the energy used to heat and cool buildings is managed, … Read the rest

Insulation Upgrade – Welcome to the Lofteaze blog where we delve into the world of home heating. As the owner of Lofteaze, I want to bring to light an essential aspect of home improvement – the need to say goodbye to foam insulation. Many homeowners are unaware of the potential health and structural risks associated with this popular method of insulation. In this article we explore the dangers of spray foam insulation, Lofteaze’s experience in removing it and the great insulation alternatives available for your Southampton home.

Spray foam insulation has become popular due to its effectiveness, but few people are aware of the potential downsides. Health hazards such as respiratory problems can arise from the chemicals used in spray foams. In addition, improper installation can lead to structural damage and hidden problems in your home.

Insulation Upgrade

At Lofteaze, we specialize in the removal of spray foam insulation, addressing … Read the rest

Led Lighting Conversion – After some trial and error, we finally found what (we think) are the perfect recessed LED ceiling lights! The first LEDs we ordered were WAY too bright because the glass was clear instead of frosted. Even with the dimmer, the light was shocking to the eye. Then we came across the Acegoo LED lights…

We installed 10 Acegoo Warm-White LEDs: in terms of lumens, 6-8 lights should be enough. We installed 10 to get a more uniform flash source (so when the top storage door opens we still get light from somewhere).

Led Lighting Conversion

The LED lights are controlled by a dual-zone dimmer; the bedroom zone has 4 lights and the kitchen zone has 6 lights.

Conversion Kit For Converting Led Mains Lighting Into Emergency Lighting

10 lights draw a total of 1.3A at 100% intensity, a total of 0.1A at minimum intensity. For information, … Read the rest

Eco-friendly Roofing Materials – Property owners have the option of choosing an environmentally friendly roof when the need to replace the roof arises. Many older buildings feature traditional asphalt shingles, which are typically less expensive than eco-friendly roofing materials. Choosing an eco-friendly roof gives property owners an opportunity to make a valuable contribution to a green environment.

In contrast, cheap asphalt roofing is not durable and is almost impossible to recycle. Asphalt roofs are popular, but they are hard on the environment, they are made of petroleum-based materials, which release harmful substances into the atmosphere during the production and distribution process.

Eco-friendly Roofing Materials

Property managers can choose environmentally friendly roofing materials. Highly eco-friendly roofing systems designed to maximize energy efficiency and provide a number of green benefits cannot be followed by traditional roofing types.

Going Green: Exploring Eco Friendly Roofing Options For Your Business

Metal roofing is more expensive … Read the rest

Heat Pump Installation – Clean Energy 101: Heat Pumps Why are heat pumps a cost-effective and climate-friendly solution to extreme heat waves and cold winters?

Summer is only a few weeks old in the Northern Hemisphere, but temperature records are already being broken as heat waves scorch regions from Scandinavia to Japan and the United States. India and Pakistan have been extremely hot this year, with several weeks of extreme heat during deadly heat waves in March and April.

Heat Pump Installation

Around 3.3 billion air conditioners are expected to be installed in the coming decades as climate change increases the need for cooling for the comfort and safety of buildings around the world. Our friends at Canary Media recently featured in an episode of the show

Hvac Talk: Heating, Air & Refrigeration Discussion

Podcast, installs 18,000 central air conditioners in US homes every week. But for the millions of … Read the rest

Air Sealing – We live in Virginia, which means we have a wide variety of homes: from beautiful colonial homes to new homes in pre-planned communities. But regardless of the homes or their occupants, one thing remains universal: everyone wants their living space to be as energy efficient as possible. You’d be surprised how much energy your home is leaking due to loose shingles, cracks under doors, and similar problems, especially in older homes built before such concerns were prevalent. A reliable air sealing service, such as that offered by House Call Company, can solve these problems: help your home keep cool air in in the summer and warm air in in the winter, and reduce recurring problems such as drafts and cold spots. A small expense can save you a lot on your heating and cooling bills over time, as well as make your house a more comfortable place … Read the rest