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Share your concerns and successes as a weatherization professional, or information for this community.
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Latest Activity: Feb 24
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Blow machines 2 Replies
Does anyone have any input on what would be the best weatherization blow machine out there? I would like to have a machine that is primarily used for Retro fit walls and attic, but can also blow…Continue
Started by Jeff Stuart. Last reply by Robert D York Jr Feb 24.
WAP In DC 2 Replies
I was fortunate and honored to particiapate in the recent Whie House event that was intended to be a platform for highlighting the benefits the Weatherization program brings to the entire…Continue
Started by Bret Monroe. Last reply by William H Nickerson Jan 2.
The Truth About Windows? 19 Replies
I just had another window salesman knock on my door and tell me that switching out my windows can save me 40% to 50% on my energy bills. When I pressed him, he said that's for switching out metal…Continue
Started by Joel Greenberg. Last reply by Rob Orchard Dec 18, 2012.
What's Next for Weatherization: Community Energy Leadership 4 Replies
I just posted another blog entry about the NCAF Energy conference, What's Next for Weatherization--Pioneers in Community Energy…Continue
Tags: NCAF, low-income, weatherization
Started by Tom White. Last reply by Timothy DeLuca Oct 31, 2011.
What the heck is leveraging and why do we need it? 1 Reply
John Howat, with the National Consumer Law Center, spoke today at the…Continue
Tags: leveraging, low_income, weatherization
Started by Tom White. Last reply by Timothy DeLuca Oct 31, 2011.
You might be a energy auditor if:
You might be an energy auditor if... - You use your blower door to dry out your house after it gets flooded. - You perform a restaurant lighting audit while waiting to be served. - You educate…Continue
Started by Matthew Redmond May 26, 2011.
Here's LBL Labs data on energy savings from Windows 4 Replies
LBL window savings dataSome of this data is geeky, but it does give some insight into expected perfromance of different window…Continue
Started by Wally Conway. Last reply by Jim Klebes Mar 25, 2011.
Mixed Climate Mobile Home Weatherization techniques 5 Replies
I will be training Wx crews in mobile home techniques in a mixed climate southern state in two weeks. My question is " Why do some southern states not insulate MH bellies as part of their…Continue
Started by Matthew Redmond. Last reply by Hal Skinner Mar 17, 2011.
Home Energy Pros has a new group on Multifamily buildings
We'd like to hear from you on how the topic of this group applies in the context of multifamily buildings---> here
Started by Evan Mills Feb 1, 2011.
Webinar: Mastering Infrared Thermography 1 Reply
If you want to learn more about using infrared thermography for home inspections, tune into the upcoming webinar that I’ll be presenting for the Wisconsin Energy Center TOMORROW, Tuesday, November…Continue
Started by John Snell. Last reply by John Snell Nov 16, 2010.
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The easiest way to show a homeowner how their investment in high-efficient equipment will help…See More
Mike Rogers's blog post was featuredHOMES Act introduced with Bi-Partisan Sponsorship
We don't see a lot of bi-partisan bills in Congress these days. Here's one focusing on home…See More
Mike Rogers posted a blog postHOMES Act introduced with Bi-Partisan Sponsorship
We don't see a lot of bi-partisan bills in Congress these days. Here's one focusing on home…See More
David Eggleton replied to Jose Macho's discussion Why Are Energy-Saving Home Inprovements Down??"That varies, as policies are different from state to state."
Orvil D Boyer replied to David Starrett's discussion I am looking for a good IR camera in the group Energy Auditing Equipment for Sale, Trade or to Purchase"I have a Fluke TIR 32. Used aproximately 10 times 1.5 yrs old. This is the first…"
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Energy Auditing Equipment for Sale, Trade or to Purchase
Discuss the pros and cons of the equipment you are interested in prior to purchase. Post equipment…See More
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