Insulate and Weatherize: For Energy Efficiency at Home (Taunton's Build Like a Pro)

Insulate and Weatherize: For Energy Efficiency at Home (Taunton's Build Like a Pro) is your essential guide to enhancing your home's energy efficiency. Bruce Harley shares expert strategies and practical techniques to help you effectively insulate and weatherproof your home, reducing energy costs and improving comfort.

Key Features:

• Comprehensive Techniques: Detailed instructions on various insulation types and weatherization methods to achieve maximum efficiency.
• Energy-Saving Strategies: Learn how to identify and address common areas of energy loss, including attics, walls, and basements.
• User-Friendly Diagrams: Clear illustrations and diagrams simplify complex concepts and enhance your understanding of the processes involved.
• Cost-Benefit Analysis: Evaluates the costs and benefits of different insulation materials and weatherization techniques to help you make informed decisions.
• Expert Advice: Insights from an industry professional guide you through best practices, tools, and materials for successful projects.

Bruce Harley is a noted expert on energy-efficient residential construction and renovation. A long-time engineer, he has helped diagnose and repair such varied problems as building air leakage, indoor air quality, HVAC system failures, plus combustion and moisture issues. Bruce has also led national seminars on energy-efficient residential construction, codes, building science, and mechanical systems.