How can I keep moisture and ice from forming on my windows in the winter? On really cold days, you may notice condensation forming on the inside of your windows. This can be caused by one or a combination of factors: excess humidity, inadequate ventilation, or poor...
How does user behavior make a difference in my home’s efficiency? When trying to save energy at home, many people focus on the building envelope–the amount of insulation in the roof, the R-value of the walls, the efficiency of the windows. Others think first of...
The BrHEAThe System: a ventilation solution for super-tight homes Diagram of breathe The BrHEAThe System was developed to ensure good indoor air quality in the type of small, energy efficient homes that are becoming more common in Alaska. By combining heating and...
How do I remove mold found in a house? Mold is a type of fungus that decomposes dead organic material. We encounter mold every day – some foods, drinks, and medications are derived from molds, it grows outside on decaying trees and other materials, and mold spores,...
Mold is not uncommon in Fairbanks homes. How can you keep it out of yours? Mold requires several ingredients to grow: moisture, above-freezing temperatures, oxygen, and nutrients (this could include drywall or wood). Widely prevalent outdoors, mold spores can enter...
