When winter temperatures drop, the risk of carbon monoxide poisoning in the home increases. There is a big connection between health and homes and the HEAT Squad team takes health and homes very seriously. Many factors influence health and safety in a home including the big stuff you can see...
Home Maintenance For Winter Prep
Although falling snow can be a pretty sight, it can also bring on some pretty hefty damage to your home’s exterior and even interior. Moisture from snow can build up and cause ice dams, ice around the home, basement flooding, and even foundation damage. Heavy snow can lead to roof...
Candles Are Cozy – But Stay Safe!
Fall and winter means cozy evenings at home with friends and family. Nothing sets a cozy mood like some candles to give a warm glow and provide a little warmth. While we all love candles, did you know that they account for almost 15,600 house fires each year? Candles may...
Renovations That Transform Your Home
Did you know that our NeighborWorks team has the ability to not only do HEAT Squad energy audits but our Home Repair Coordinators can assist in planning and following through with projects you want to do around your home? The projects don't necessarily have to be just about weatherization either....
BIG Rebates For Your Projects!
We've said it before, but we know it takes seven times to sink in, so here it is again: Efficiency VT has increased their rebates for low to moderate households to cover 50% of your project cost up to $4,000 or for other incomes up to $2,000! If you are...
Fall Fireplace Preparation
Fireplaces, especially in Vermont, are a great way to heat your home and enjoy cozy comforts. After non-use over the summer, it is always good to make sure your fireplace is safe and ready to go before use. Did you know that on average, 40% of house fires each year...
Your Home Inspection Questions Answered
You have found your dream home and have put in an offer! Happily, your offer has been accepted but now you are wondering if you really need a home inspection. Although home inspections are not required, we highly encourage people to have one done. Home inspections are important because they...
Save Money In The Laundry Room
Laundry may be one of those dreaded chores but did you know that your clothes dryer can account for six percent of your household electricity use? Drying machines may be one of the biggest energy hogs but your washer can also use a good chunk of energy. The good news...
Tips For Heat Pump Owners
Heat pumps are new to a lot of Vermont homeowners. Now that there are cold-weather heat pumps available, we are seeing more in homes around the area. These heat pumps are very different from your old furnace or boiler, and if you want to minimize your energy use, there are...
Our Energy Loan Process
Thinking of making energy upgrades to your home but need financing? Our energy loan is simple and affordable. Loans can be a little complicated and quite frankly, confusing. How will you know if you’re even able to get a loan? How much will it cost you in the future? We...