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Advantages of Cellulose Over Fiberglass
Posted at: 9/29/2016 8:40 AM
Cellulose Vs. Fiberglass Insulation! Which is better for you and your home? We get this question frequently at Zerodraft when interacting with homeowners about ways of making their home more comfortable and energy efficient. Many people are familiar with fiberglass insulation because it has been in use for decades and is often used by contractors and Do-it-Yourselfers but home performance professionals, engaged in and specializing in home comfort and energy efficient home improvements, certifie
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What Makes Vinyl Windows Energy Efficient?
Posted at: 4/26/2016 8:43 AM
With summer almost here many homeowners are looking towards ways to reduce energy bills once it becomes time to turn on the air conditioners. One of the biggest problems that people run into when attempting to boost home efficiency for the summer is energy loss, and the source can often be traced to a home’s windows. If you’re ready to switch your old windows out for something new, you may be confused about where to start. At Zerodraft, we recommend vinyl windows for those who are looking to get
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Posted at: 3/17/2016 11:59 AM
At Zerodraft, we place a great deal of focus on the principles of home performance. We talk about the concept of home performance quite a bit, but what does it actually mean for your home? Generally speaking, home performance is a whole-home approach to comfort, energy efficiency and costs. Home performance analyzes all the interacting systems in your home (HVAC, occupants, appliances, climate, etc) to make full, holistic home upgrades. Enhancing home performance and energy efficiency is about t
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Zerodraft Accepts 2015 Commitment Award from Syracuse Housing Authority
Posted at: 9/21/2015 2:08 PM
Zerodraft’s Commercial Division Manager, Joseph Shaffer, recently accepted the the 2015 Commitment Award from the Syracuse Housing Authority. The award recognizes Zerodraft’s demonstrated commitment to hiring and training Section 3 residents for its recent insulation project with the Syracuse Housing Authority. "It's an honor to receive this recognition", Shaffer said, adding " Zerodraft is deeply committed to making a positive difference." Zerodraft was the only contractor to receive the honor
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How to Prevent Ice Dams This Winter
Posted at: 9/8/2015 11:41 AM
Any Albany homeowner who has ever experienced ice dams in the past, knows that they can be a serious pain. Add to this the fact that ice dams can end up costing you quite a bit of money if left unaddressed, and it’s clear that putting some work into preventing winter ice dams is a necessity this fall. What ice dams typically do is cause water to back up on the roof of a home, which can damage walls, ceilings, insulation and any other parts of the home that are nearby. Plus, huge icicles can form
