Heating costs usually make up 29% of the average utility bill, so ensure you're making the right choice.

Even the most organized and responsive contractor can encounter problems and delays once the walls have been opened and supplies have been ordered.

You’re in the process of building your dream home when your contractor starts tossing around the term “R-value.” As is true of other mysterious terms related to home buying and construction, your understanding of R-value is important. What is R-value?Also called “thermal resistance,” R-value measures how effective insulation