POSTS TAGGED ‘comfort’

Whether it’s biking, ultimate Frisbee, a long run, yard work, or a soccer game—most Seattleites know the feeling of being soaking wet and chilled to the bone after their favorite outdoor activity.  On soggy days, nothing beats returning to a cozy home and warm shower.  The problem for Community Power Works customers Janine and Lance… Continue Reading >

Whether it’s biking, ultimate Frisbee, a long run, yard work, or a soccer game—most Seattleites know the feeling of being soaking wet and chilled to the bone after their favorite outdoor activity.  On soggy days, nothing beats returning to a cozy home and warm shower.  The problem for Community Power Works customers Janine and Lance… Continue Reading >

The benefits of an energy audit are numerous. While learning cost-effective ways to reduce your energy consumption and improve your comfort are the primary benefits, many customers have also found that an energy audit uncovers hidden problems about their home that they may never have been addressed otherwise. The Guanlao Family, for example, learned through… Continue Reading >

What is air sealing?  What are the benefits?  Why is it required with insulation?  Air sealing is one of the most important measures for increasing the comfort, health, and efficiency of homes.  It prevents air from exchanging between the attic, crawlspace, and living space while also preventing insects and rodents from entering the home.  It… Continue Reading >

Ben Kuritz’s 1929 Crown Hill home was never quite warm enough in the winter. After meeting a representative from Puget Sound Solar, a Community Power Works-approved contractor, Ben decided to get an energy audit to see what could be done about his drafty home. The energy audit revealed leaks throughout the house – leaks that brought… Continue Reading >

Ben Kuritz’s 1929 Crown Hill home was never quite warm enough in the winter. After meeting a representative from Puget Sound Solar, a Community Power Works-approved contractor, Ben decided to get an energy audit to see what could be done about his drafty home. The energy audit revealed leaks throughout the house – leaks that… Continue Reading >

Leschi mom and new homeowner, Adrienne Wiley, knew that she wanted to make upgrades to her leaky 1906 home—but she wasn’t sure where to start. When a friend told her about Community Power Works, Adrienne decided to sign up. Working with Batt + Lear, Adrienne learned more about the performance of her home and identified upgrades that would… Continue Reading >

Leschi mom and new homeowner, Adrienne Wiley, knew that she wanted to make upgrades to her leaky 1906 home—but she wasn’t sure where to start. When a friend told her about Community Power Works, Adrienne decided to sign up. Working with Batt + Lear, Adrienne learned more about the performance of her home and identified upgrades that… Continue Reading >