New Home Comfort Issues

Part one: Identifying comfort issues

In this video: A home comfort expert discusses how he begins the process to identify comfort issues in a newer home.

In this video: See how an expert uses a blower door test and HVAC testing to narrow down what is causing comfort issues in a newer home.

In this video: With the comfort issues identified, a plan for fixing them can be created.

In this video: With the ventilation issues identified, a plan for fixing the issues can be created.

Utility worker with an electric meter

Before you break ground on a new house, give your utility companies a call. They can help you avoid unnecessary expenses and construction delays.

Pete and Megan talking with homeowners

Hear from real homeowners and builders who made energy efficiency a priority.

Insulated concrete forms in the ground

An insulated concrete form (ICF) system eliminates the cold drafts typical of wood-frame construction.

Two people walking into a new home

Check out a new neighborhood concept and see how one builder is changing the way homes are built with a goal to use zero energy.

Geodesic dome home

A geodesic design uses interconnected triangles to create a strong, environmentally friendly structure.

Megan standing in front of the barn home

A century-old barn gets the ultimate makeover - with lots of energy-smart technology.

Man showing ductwork to Pete and Megan

New, energy-efficient homes need new solutions to circulate and ventilate the air inside the home.

Boy and grandmother on front porch

A preservation expert shares how to restore an older home economically and energy efficiently.

Trusses in an attic

Your roof and attic play the most crucial role in your home's energy efficiency system, reducing your energy costs during the winter and summer.