Product Description
From the most basic solutions to advanced, energy-saving projects, no book covers home insulation and weatherization like this one. Homeowners will learn how best to keep their homes warm in winter, cool in summer and weather-tight all year long.

CUSTOMER REVIEWS (Average Customer Rating: 4.5 based on 20 reviews)

Great 101 on insulation

Book number 1 in my library on insulation. If I only had one book that covered a lot of information in a concise manner this would be the one.
September 21, 2008

important information clearly presented

I'm a general contractor doing energy efficient remodeling. I found this Taunton publication really valuable because it covers not only the basic techniques on insulation, including pricing guidelines, but also has an excellent of heating systems including PV and solar. Given the cost of energy today, this book helped me make good suggestions to my clients. The technology is changing rapidly, though, and the information here will have relatively short shelf-life.
September 19, 2008

The most complete guide to insulating your house

This book was exactly what i was looking for! It tells you how to properly insulate and seal an existing house. Great illustrations, clear and easy to read. I read the whole thing the day i got it!

I found major air leaks right where it predicted and sealed them using methods suggested.

A MUST HAVE BOOK FOR ANYONE LOOKING TO IMPROVE THEIR HOME'S INSULATION.

August 30, 2008

Good coverage

This book gives credible (not just a repeat of info on manufacturer websites) coverage of insulation, air leakage, ventilation, moisture problems, etc. and handles each subject with respect to different climates. I learned a lot and it helped me make decisions in the renovation of a 60 year old house.
March 10, 2008

great series

same great features of other books in the series (pro tips, what can go wrong...). these books are thorough and informative.
January 31, 2008

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