“Who Left the Window Open?” A Love Letter to Our 100-Year Old Vermont Home

How our energy audit from HEAT Squad revealed a three square foot hole, and showed us that finishing the project will pay for itself 8 times over while saving us money and making our home more comfortable. “This is the house we have to buy.” It was June, 2006 and...

Aging in Place: Ideas and Insight for Safety and Comfort

Aging in Place is becoming more desirable and more possible. Aging in Place - Boomers, this one’s for you! With the baby boomer generation reaching retirement and beyond, aging in place is becoming more popular among seniors. It simply means staying in your own home or living space rather than moving...

Save on Heating Bills this Winter!

“It’s a no brainer if you want to cut your fuel bills.” - HEAT Squad customers Adam and Dalite Adam and Dalite were looking for way save on heating bills and keep their home warmer in winter, especially for their young son, Ari. They installed a pellet stove but it...

Weekend Energy Efficiency Projects – Low Cost and Totally DIY

The arrival of a Vermont winter means working hard to keep out the cold. As a longtime resident of Vermont, I have heard numerous stories from friends and co-workers about how they try to stay warm without spending a lot on heating fuel. Ideas range from toughing it out (we...