Off-Grid Energy
PORTABLE SOLAR GENERATOR: Build Your Own Gasless Source ...
Updated on July 30th, 2022
Would you like to become more energy self-reliant through the labour of your own hands Building a solar...Continue Reading
Energy Efficiency
Infrared Thermology and How it can Help Save You Energy ...
Published on June 24th, 2022
Energy consciousness is at an all-time high, and scary home energy costs are one reason why The good news is that we...Continue Reading
Home Building & Additions
What You Need to Know About “Barndominiums”
Updated on July 15th, 2022
It's been said that "most people live in the city and go to the country on the weekend" Imagine if you could put some...Continue Reading
Off-Grid Energy
5 Ways To Save On Home Solar System Installation
Updated on June 24th, 2022
When it comes to solar energy, there are a lot of benefits to be reaped by both homeowners and businesses In addition...Continue Reading
Windows & Doors
TUBULAR SKYLIGHTS: 20+ Year Product Review
Published on April 28th, 2022
Every so often I get people asking me about the tubular skylight in our house They've seen it in videos I've made...Continue Reading
Siding & Insulation
Beyond R20: Optimal Energy Performance for New Homes and...
Updated on April 16th, 2022
Wall construction isn’t what it used to be, and that’s a good thing Building codes across my part of the world are...Continue Reading
Energy Efficiency
VERMICULITE HOME INSULATION: Does This Material Pose a H...
Updated on April 2nd, 2022
A few years ago I got a question from a woman who moved into an older home, and discovered after the fact that the...Continue Reading
Windows & Doors
The Best Window Styles to Consider For Basement Renovation
Updated on May 17th, 2022
Choosing the best basement window style for your basement renovation project can be tough, especially if you...Continue Reading
Home Exteriors
HomePower ONE Solar Generator Product Tour
Updated on March 26th, 2022
Solar generators are portable, cordless power supplies that deliver regular household current when the grid goes down,...Continue Reading
Learning & How-To
Thinking About an Oil-Free World
Updated on March 12th, 2022
Yesterday I paid the most I ever have for gasoline – $183 CAD per litre for regular gas (that's about $550 USD per...Continue Reading
Cottages & Cabins
Q&A OF THE WEEK: “Can I Convert a Seasonal Co...
Published on March 11th, 2022
Q: How realistic is it to convert a seasonal cottage built in the 1950s into a year-round home My husband and I live in...Continue Reading
Home Building & Additions
10 Real-World Energy Upgrades That Really Work!
Updated on March 5th, 2022
There’s nothing like pain in the pocketbook to encourage you to take household energy efficiency seriously And...Continue Reading