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.

Man showing ductwork to Pete and Megan

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

Man installing steel framing

You have energy efficient and sustainable options when it comes to framing your new home.

Pete and Megan talking with homeowners

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

Adjustable height kitchen sink

Using universal design principals, your home can adapt to your changing lifestyle needs.

house blueprints

Learn about some of the changes for new homes built today. An expert highlights some of the things to consider when building a new home.

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.

Trombe wall on the interior of a home

Using the sun's stored energy to heat your home reduces your conventional energy consumption.

Building materials, blueprints and paint chips

More builders are offering sustainable choices in new home construction. Find out what's available and how it impacts the earth and the bottom line.

Insulated concrete forms in the ground

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