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Frozen pipes bursting

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Frozen Pipes and Flooding

Homeowners can reduce the risk of burst pipes by addressing vulnerabilities such as poor insulation, unsealed air gaps, and inconsistent indoor temperatures

The Great Chicago Fire

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Benefits of Unvented Attics and Spray Foam Insulation

Unvented attics, especially those insulated with polyurethane foam, are gaining popularity for improving energy efficiency, air quality, and fire resistance.

Low-Voltage Electric and Spray Foam Insulation

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Low-Voltage Wiring and Insulation

Overheating caused by improper installation practices and the foam’s heat-trapping properties can lead to failures in alarm systems, networking cables, and other low-voltage infrastructure.

Chicago Bungalow and Cape-cod style home

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Insulating Chicago Bungalows and Cape-cod Style Homes

By combining advanced materials like spray foam and dense-pack cellulose, you can achieve year-round comfort, lower energy bills, and a more durable home

Top 10 Questions about Asbestos in My Home

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Top 10 Asbestos Questions

Addressing asbestos concerns promptly with professional assistance ensures the safety and well-being of your household.

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Easy Steps to Improve Home Comfort

Focus on optimizing humidity, improving airflow, and strategically adjusting your thermostat, fans, and daily habits.

5 Good Tips for Better Home Comfort on a budget

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Better Home Comfort on a Budget

If the coldest room in the winter also has the coldest air from the register or the coldest radiator, you likely have mechanical issues

Is my roof leaking, or is it condensation?

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Condensation or Roof Leak?

Dehumidifiers limiting moisture can help maintain a more comfortable indoor environment without relying on air conditioning.

Both Open and Closed Cell SPF maintained significantly higher effective R-values than fiberglass insulation.

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Spray Foam Outperforms Fiberglass in Chicago

Both Open and Closed Cell SPF maintained significantly higher effective R-values than fiberglass insulation.

Why are Chicago area homes too hot?

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Chicagoans: Why is My Home So Hot?

A properly spray foamed room will reduce the tonnage needed to cool and average home by 50% over a non-spray foamed roof /attic.

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