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IBE Celebrates Weatherization Day

October 30 marks Weatherization Day, which is a great opportunity for homeowners to assess the performance of their home’s building envelope. Perhaps one of the most overlooked yet critical components ...

Spray Foam’s Secondary Structural Benefits Fortify Your Home Against Severe and Extreme Climate Risk

The prevalence of extreme weather events, such as hurricanes and floods, means more U.S. homes are under threat of sustaining significant damage, according to a Realtor.com analysis reported ...

Builder Brigade: Make the Most of Your Attic with Spray Foam Insulation

Spray foam is a must-have feature for any home, particularly those with their HVAC system and ductwork in the attic. That’s according to a recent blog published by Builder ...

How To Be Winter Ready Amid Spikes In Heating Costs

Americans can expect their home heating costs to go up an average of 7.6% this winter compared to last year, according to the National Energy Assistance Directors Association (NEADA) and reported ...

How Better Builds Can Address Extreme Heat and Rising Energy Costs

A new report released by the Federation of American Scientists (FAS) and outlined by Facilities Dive calls on lawmakers to adopt a “resilient cooling strategy” in their communities to combat ...

Congressional Hearing Witness: “Nine Out Of Ten Homes Are Under-Insulated”

Homeowners can reduce their energy use and save money on their utility bills by ensuring their homes have the right amount of insulation, as nearly all homes are considered to ...