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Retrofit Rebate Program Cut Early

Admin — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 15:28:38 +0000

Bad news for anybody who hasn’t signed up to get an energy audit done yet – you’re out of luck if you want to qualify for grants and rebates for making your home more energy efficient. Renovations like adding EIFS …

What Style is Your Home?

Admin — Sat, 23 Jan 2010 14:30:18 +0000

I frequently get asked what type of house a home owner’s is – and what decorative stucco elements fit best on it. Until now, I haven’t been enough of a history-building-styles buff to really have an answer. I came across …

Rhode Island Dryvit Make over Winner Selling Home

Admin — Sat, 12 Dec 2009 14:28:15 +0000

This summer – a contest was put on in Rhode Island in which the grand prize was a home make over using Dryvit’s Outsulation System. The lucky home owner was thrilled (who wouldn’t be, when you just increased the value …

Blueskin on Windows: Why Is It Important

Admin — Wed, 28 Oct 2009 20:14:16 +0000

Without a doubt, one of the most common areas of water intrusion on any building is around window openings. Improperly installed windows will allow water to leak in behind claddings and onto framing members, and when mould or rot appears, …

Aurora Announces Additional $5,000 towards Eco Energy Audit Grant

Admin — Mon, 30 Mar 2009 12:04:58 +0000

How do you earn $27,000 over 10 years for a $15,000 renovation? What is the deal with Aurora's new "green home grant"? Take a look...