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February 2, 2024
January 3, 2024
How to Detect if Your Windows Are Rotted
Your windows are an important part of your home and we would like to give you tips on how to detect if your windows are rotted. If you have damaged or moist wood, glass that is foggy or broken hardware – these can all take away from the look and feel of your home and
November 16, 2023
Reasons to Consider a Standby Generator For Your Home – Part 3 of 4
Reasons to Invest in a Standby Generator Standby generators are indeed more convenient, safe, and effective than portable generators. Here are some situations in which installing a standby generator is essential to your comfort, budget, and even survival. Medical Equipment Many people depend on life-saving medical equipment to survive. This equipment is hooked up to
October 6, 2023
Reasons to Consider a Standby Generator For Your Home – Part 1 of 4
Why Choose a Standby Generator? For those of us that have 24/7 access to electricity, we take it for granted. That’s why so many people feel powerless during a power outage. Even if you can handle a few days without electricity, there’s no reason why you should have to. Losing the use of your appliances
March 28, 2022
Building Sustainable Homes: Window Design, Condensation & Exhaust Fans
Incorporating sustainable elements into your home construction or renovation can provide you with long-term cost-savings that are paid back through reduced heating and electric bills. Why is there condensation on my windows? Much like a cold drink sweats when you take it out of the fridge, windows can sweat in the winter. You might view
March 14, 2022
Building Sustainable Homes: Roof Systems & Ventilation
As we work our way through the final weeks of winter, homeowners often look at more economical ways to reduce their heating bills. At North Twin Builders, we help homeowners identify energy efficient changes and sustainable solutions that deliver long-term cost-savings. Monitor Heat Loss for Optimal Sustainability We start the exploration of sustainable home building
January 29, 2018
Why You Need a Remodeling Plan with Goals
Undertaking a home remodeling project can be exciting, but also potentially disruptive to a household. Maybe you would like to remodel the whole home, but just don’t have the budget for a large-scale project. No matter the size of the home improvements, the more prepared you are, the smoother the whole process will be. You
December 14, 2015
Reducing Water Waste
Down the Drain When your faucet isn’t working properly, and it is constantly dripping, you pay the price. At first, this may seem like a minor problem that can be ignored or put off for a while, but a leaky faucet can waste five gallons per day or more! Not only that but it can
December 11, 2015
Insulation: R-Values and Heating Costs
How is your Home Performing? Do you ever feel like you are heating the outdoors in the winter and cooling the outdoors in the summer? If you answered yes, then your insulation most likely needs inspecting. This may not be something you spend a lot of time thinking about, but it is important that your
October 9, 2014
Does Your Vilas County Home Need an Energy Audit?
Scheduling an energy audit is a great idea when building a new home in Vilas County, or if you are planning renovations. The benefits of an energy assessment far outweigh the expense of hiring an energy auditor for a thorough inspection. With the help of energy assessment tools, an energy auditor can measure the efficiency