Many homeowners dream of the perfect remodel – the one with the pristine kitchen, the new modern appliances, and the home transformed. What if that transformation came in a different package, but still produced those same feelings of exhilaration and rejuvenation? For homeowner Andrea Stevens, her remodel came in the form of a home energy… Continue Reading >
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Make the Remodel of Your Dreams an Energy Upgrade
Posted May 22, 2013 | Leave a Comment
Make the Remodel of Your Dreams an Energy Upgrade
Posted May 22, 2013 | Leave a Comment
Many homeowners dream of the perfect remodel – the one with the pristine kitchen, the new modern appliances, and the home transformed. What if that transformation came in a different package, but still produced those same feelings of exhilaration and rejuvenation? For homeowner Andrea Stevens, her remodel came in the form of a home energy… Continue Reading >
Progressive Building Solutions: A Rising Tide
Posted May 12, 2013 | Leave a Comment
Suraj Lobo lives the old aphorism about a rising tide lifting all boats. As manager of Progressive Building Solutions, Suraj believes his company’s visionary ownership structure is a rising tide in Seattle’s home performance industry. Employees are part-owners of the Community Power Works-certified contractor, which means each employee is deeply invested in Progressive Building Solutions’… Continue Reading >
That Was Easy!
Posted April 22, 2013 | Leave a Comment
When taking on new challenges or projects, most of us develop expectations about how easy or difficult the task will be. But expectations don’t always align with reality. For example, first-time dog owners are notorious for underestimating the amount of dedication, training, and time a new puppy requires. We’ve noticed the opposite trend with Community Power… Continue Reading >
That Was Easy!
Posted April 21, 2013 | Leave a Comment
When taking on new challenges or projects, most of us develop expectations about how easy or difficult the task will be. But expectations don’t always align with reality. For example, first-time dog owners are notorious for underestimating the amount of dedication, training, and time a new puppy requires. We’ve noticed the opposite trend with Community… Continue Reading >
Keen to be Green in Leschi
Posted December 14, 2012 | Leave a Comment
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 >
Keen to be Green in Leschi
Posted December 14, 2012 | Leave a Comment
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 >
Chance meeting means $1,200 in annual savings for Beacon Hill homeowner
Posted October 19, 2012 | Leave a Comment
When Mark Eaton ran into a Community Power Works representative at a local farmer’s market, he had no idea how poorly insulated the external walls were in his 1948 Beacon Hill home. He also had no idea that this chance conversation would end up saving him almost $1,200 each year in energy costs. Eaton… Continue Reading >




