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When it comes to saving money on energy bills in the winter, there's so much you can do. If you have any questions, contact a professional at Craftmasters Home Remodeling.

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You might think that during the winter and summer months, your electric bill is naturally higher. While this is true, it might be even higher than it should be. In fact, it could be higher than it should be all year long. At Craftmasters, our experts can perform a home energy test to detect if you're using more energy than necessary and where your weaknesses are.

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Heating and cooling expenses can add up quickly in Minnesota’s harsh winter climate. For homeowners, this can mean paying a great deal out of pocket in energy costs each winter. With a home energy inspection, you can take charge of the situation by learning which areas are adding up on your monthly energy expenses and minimizing your energy usage. Energy savings for you also mean less strain on the environment. At Craftmasters Remodeling in Maplewood, we offer home energy efficiency testing to help you get a grip on your energy usage. We’ve put together this handy guide to explain what you can expect from a home energy inspection.

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Although it is hidden away behind sheetrock, home insulation is essential when it comes to keeping your Twin cities area home comfortable through all the seasons of the year, especially during harsh northern winters. During the winter season, adequate attic insulation is also very important to keep ice dams from forming on the roof and eventually damaging your home. Spray foam insulation in your attic instead of the traditional type of attic insulation can help prevent the formation of these destructive ice dams.

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Homes with inadequate insulation or drafty windows can be lovely to look at, but they can present a tough problem when it comes to efficient heating and cooling. Poorly insulated attic spaces and drafty windows can waste a lot of the homeowner’s money in utility bills.

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Whether you’re having air conditioning problems or not, knowing what home insulation you have is important. Your home’s attic insulation, basement insulation and living area insulation might all be different. Here at Craftmasters Remodeling, we have years of home energy testing experience. We’re dedicated to keeping the homes of our clients well-insulated.

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An insulated attic is a safe attic. Sure, installing insulation might be a messy job but it’s an important job, and it’ll spare your energy bill while protecting your home’s different rooms. When the fiberglass settles, you still have work to do. Once you’ve installed attic insulation, take the following steps to make sure your attic is safe for a long time.

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You know that your home needs more insulation in order to make it more comfortable to you and to save you money on your utility bills. How do you know, though, which insulation is the right one for you? In this blog, Craftmasters highlights some of the reasons why spray foam insulation might be a good choice for you and your home.

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If it isn’t raining, it’s pouring. Whether you constantly face off against snow, rain, sleet or hail, you should know where most of a home’s moisture winds up: in your attic. Here at Craftmasters, we understand the ins and outs of healthy home tips, tricks, and tactics. Now is the time to be focusing on your attic insulation. If you’re worried about post-storm moisture, mold and everything in between, keep your eyes peeled. We’re about to dish out details which can protect your home from bad weather indefinitely.

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How much do you really know about insulation? At Craftmasters, we understand that talking insulation is not one of the more glamorous aspects of your home. Your home's insulation also works behind the scenes so it's not something that is noticeable.

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