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Come visit Josh Lowe’s Dr. Energy Saver at the Lane County Home & Garden Show and discover how your home can be more comfortable, efficient, and protected year-round. Our team will be there showcasing water control solutions designed to keep…
Many homeowners don’t realize how much their crawlspace can impact the temperature and comfort of their home. If your crawlspace isn’t properly air-sealed, it can allow outside air to enter and disrupt the indoor environment. This often leads to colder…
Walking through your home and feeling the floor dip beneath your feet can be unsettling. That rolling marble across the living room floor, the gap forming between your baseboard and the hardwood, or the doors that suddenly won’t close properly—these…
Choosing the right insulation for your home can feel overwhelming with so many options available today. Whether you’re building a new home, renovating an older property, or simply looking to improve your energy efficiency, understanding the differences between modern and…
Causes, Health Risks, and Proven Solutions for Crawl Space Odors If you’ve ever noticed a musty, stale, damp, or downright unpleasant smell lingering in your home, there’s a strong chance the source isn’t your kitchen trash or that old carpet…
If your crawl space feels damp, smells musty, or shows signs of standing water, groundwater seepage is likely the culprit. Left untreated, that moisture can quietly invite mold, wood rot, poor indoor air quality, and expensive structural issues. The good…
Service: Crawlspace Vapor Barrier Replacement, Spray Foam Insulation, Attic Blown-In Insulation The Challenge Mr. Brewer reached out looking to redo the insulation in his crawlspace. While there was insulation present, it had clearly seen better decades. The existing materials were…
Proper insulation is one of the most important investments you can make in your home. It keeps you comfortable year-round, reduces energy bills, and minimizes your environmental footprint. Yet many homeowners overlook critical areas that could benefit from improved insulation.…
The stack effect (also called the “chimney effect”) is a natural phenomenon where warm air rises and cold air sinks, creating air pressure differences that drive air movement through your home. In winter, this effect can dramatically increase your energy…
When a Springfield, Oregon homeowner contacted Josh Lowe’s Dr. Energy Saver about persistently cold floors and rising energy bills, they were dealing with a problem common to many Oregon homes—an uninsulated, poorly sealed crawl space that was literally draining energy…