The radiant barrier industry has been growing in hot climates like Arizona, where even the U.S. government says these barriers work more effectively than in cold climates.

Q. What is your take on using two-sided aluminum material in the attic over existing insulation? I’ve been told it is an idea from NASA that uses material like this to protect astronauts in space.

"Generally, [radiant barriers] are the wrong tool for the job based on our climate and the construction techniques we typically see in Minnesota homes," said Rebecca Virden, spokeswoman for ...

Q. This week: I have two questions. 1) Is drinking soft water harmful because of salt contact? 2) The cold roof idea is great, but I'm not ready for it. I recall a technique where a barrier of ...

Question: I have to do something to lower my heating and cooling costs. My air conditioner runs nonstop in hot summer weather, and in bitter winter weather the furnace is on all the time. I ...

Reflective Radiant Insulation barriers also excel in managing humidity levels, further enhancing indoor comfort. High humidity can make your home feel muggy and uncomfortable, especially in warmer ...

If you’ve owned your home for long, you probably remember hearing about sheets of reflective foil that could save you up to 40 percent in energy bills. While these claims were mostly the exag… ...