The energy code is a set of guidelines for new buildings and additions created by the International Code Council in 2000. It establishes minimum efficiency standards tailored to eight climate zones.

The energy code is a set of guidelines for new buildings and additions created by the International Code Council in 2000. It establishes minimum efficiency standards tailored to eight climate zones.

Proactive maintenance and effective daily management can ensure the system delivers heat where and when required.

The whitepaper presents XL-Bore VJP as a potential alternative to traditional foam-insulated piping, which can struggle to ...

When finishing a basement, take these important considerations into account so that your basement wall insulation goes off ...

We all know that water expands when it freezes. That’s not a problem with the ice cubes in your freezer, but if that ice forms in your plumbing, it’s a potential disaster. A frozen pipe can crack, ...

Wrong. Frozen pipes often occur when there has been a sudden or surprise drop in temperatures, a thermostat that has not been programmed correctly or is faulty, and poor insulation. Because water ...

A plumbing and heating engineer says a change to how your heating works could slash energy bills by as much as 35% a year.

To reduce heat loss, Stange says owners can use prefabricated insulation mats or panels that fit exactly into the box. It is important to carefully seal all joints. You should, of course, make sure ...

A plumbing and heating engineer reports that a change to your heating could slash energy bill by as much as 35% a year.