It's always gratifying when knowledge from our K-12 education comes in handy. Heat rises, and this one isn't too hard to forget. Chilly lower floors remind us of this in the winter. Even if your home ...

The E-Z Hatch is an easy-to-install, highly insulated, one-piece, overhead attic access door system. The unit provides a sealed, energy-efficient access opening into the attic space. It installs into ...

I’ve heard that one big hot air leak point is the attic opening in the house. How important is it if it’s not insulated? How much warmth is lost to the attic in the winter, and how much is it costing ...

You’ve probably heard the expression “Don’t sweat the small stuff.” But where energy is concerned, there is “small stuff” that can cause you to sweat. Though you can do a lot to make your home more ...

Dear Jim: I just stored the Christmas tree up in the attic. There is no insulation on the access door in the ceiling, nor did it seal well. Is much energy lost through there and what can I do about it ...

Q: I just stored the Christmas tree up in the attic. I realize there is no insulation on the access door in ceiling, nor did it seal well. Is there much energy lost through there, and what can I do ...