Conservation Mart, Author at Conservation Mart Blog

Simple Ways to Weatherize: How to Pick the Correct Size Attic Tent

Posted on 09/30/201101/29/2024 by Conservation Mart

During extreme weather months, the attic tends to be the area of the home that gets the coldest. This is because most attics are not well insulated, and are either too hot or too cold. Read More

Spray Foam Insulation: An Economical Way to Insulate Your Basement

Posted on 09/09/201106/08/2023 by Conservation Mart

As we approach winter, are you among the homeowners who are thinking of how to limit the number of indoor drafts that are common during cold weather months? Reducing the amount of cold air coming Read More

Weatherproofing Doors Makes for a More Comfy Home and Wallet

Posted on 08/31/201101/29/2024 by Conservation Mart

Trying to heat the whole neighborhood? Doors by their definition are meant to be opened … and closed. When in use, it is the single largest hole in your home insulation. So make sure when Read More

Water Saving Aerators: A Mindless way to Save Money!

Posted on 07/29/201106/08/2023 by Conservation Mart

The bathroom faucet is the area in the bathroom where the least amount of water is used. However, standard faucet aerators can also be a significant source of water waste. The average bathroom faucet tap Read More

How to Weatherproof Your Electrical Outlets

Posted on 07/19/201106/03/2023 by Conservation Mart

There are many places where energy may be escaping the home: the basement, attic, and garage to name a few. Electrical outlets and wall switches are sources for air leaks that are very often overlooked, Read More

Measuring Shower Water Usage Helps Save Water

Posted on 03/18/201106/04/2023 by Conservation Mart

How many times a day is the shower run at your home? How long is each shower? A shower can be a great way to unwind after a long day of work or school. It Read More

How Shower GPM Impacts Your Home

Posted on 03/07/201102/02/2024 by Conservation Mart

Do you know how old your home and its plumbing fixtures are? The standard shower head in a home built before 1992 uses approximately five shower gallons per minute. For a family of four taking Read More

Electrical Outlet Insulation for Quick Energy Savings

Posted on 12/22/201001/29/2024 by Conservation Mart

During winter, can you feel cold air coming in through electrical outlets located on exterior walls? More often than not, outlets and wall switches are left out when insulating a home. This contributes to both Read More

Saying Goodbye to the Fireplace Draft with the help of a Chimney Balloon

Posted on 10/25/201006/04/2023 by Conservation Mart

For many, ushering in winter is financially stressful because of the increase in the energy bill, as the thermostat is being constantly manipulated to maintain a comfortable temperature during the colder months. When weatherproofing, people Read More

3 Ways to Reduce Drafts Coming From Your Windows This Winter

Posted on 09/15/201010/15/2023 by Conservation Mart

Barbeques are over, pools are closed, and kids are back in school, signaling the end of summer and the fast approach of winter. When you prepare for the winter season, do you prepare your home Read More

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