Built after 1989Energy Efficiency and Construction through the years

Below are a list of energy efficiency and construction methods over the years

Home Safety

Even though your home construction maybe more recent they still could be an issue with your combustion appliances. The more Natural Gas appliances you have in the home the greater the risk of carbon monoxide (CO) leaks. A Home Protection audit by Abacus Energy Solutions might be something to consider.

Insulation

The widespread introduction of insulation into the wall cavity began in the 1970s with it becoming compulsory in building regulations during the 1990s. Typical attic insulation at six inches in the 1970’s and 9 inches in the 1980’s with an R value of 30. In the early 1990's floor insulation became standard in all homes.

With environmental conditions becoming more of an issue, people now take much more interest in reducing energy wastage and cavity wall insulation is a cost effective way to reduce the amount of heat (as much as 35%) lost from convection off walls. As well as being more environmentally friendly, it can reduce heating costs as more of the heat is used effectively and it is often used as a first step, due to its low payback time and smaller initial installation costs. As the demand for energy efficiency in buildings increases the issue of thermal bridging in cavity wall openings is becoming more prominent. Solutions to thermal bridging include cavity closers, an insulated frame seals the cavity at apertures for doors and windows

Air and Duct Sealing

Over the years your house can develop cracks in the foundation, window and door frames, and other areas as the house settles. Air sealing your cracks and ducts is one of the most cost effect solutions in saving money on your utility bills.

Home Safety

Even though your home construction maybe more recent they still could be an issue with your combustion appliances. The more Natural Gas appliances you have in the home the greater the risk of carbon monoxide (CO) leaks. A Home Protection audit by Abacus Energy Solutions might be something to consider.