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What Happens During a Home Energy Assessment?
DOE also says assessors should hold “industry accepted credentials.” That line matters more than it looks, and the next section
Metal vs Shingles: Which Roof Is More Energy Efficient?
Metal usually wins, but not for the reason most people assume. The advantage comes from reflectivity and coating, not from
How Inspections Help With Home Insurance in Mississippi
An inspection is what unlocks the discount. Mississippi law requires insurers to reduce premiums for homes retrofitted to the FORTIFIED
How & Why to Check Your Home After Kentucky Storm Season
Kentucky’s most active severe weather runs from April through June, so as summer settles in, the spring storm season is
What Is Window Flashing and Signs Yours Is Failing
Window flashing is a thin, water-resistant material installed around a window to steer water away from the frame and out
What is a REScheck report (and When You Need One)?
A REScheck report is the document that proves a home’s design meets the energy code, and most building departments require
What Does a FORTIFIED Evaluator Do vs a Home Inspector?
Hiring a FORTIFIED™ Evaluator is the most important step in getting your certificate. In a previous post, we talked about how to hire a FORTIFIED™ Evaluator. Today we’re going to outline how your evaluator will help you.
Drawbacks and Alternatives to a Rain Diverter for Your Roof
A roof rain diverter is a metal or plastic strip that redirects water away from one spot, like a doorway
How At-Risk Homeowners Can Create Tornado-Proof Homes
No home is completely tornado-proof, but you can make almost any house far more tornado-resistant with the right upgrades. At
The Simple Steps to FORTIFIED Home Certification & Renewal
Getting a FORTIFIED home certification means your home has been independently verified to meet a beyond-code standard for wind and
What Causes a Well Pump to Fail? Signs to Watch For
Well pumps rarely fail without warning. Most give you signals weeks or even months before they quit completely. Knowing what
What Does Manual S Mean For HVAC & Why Does It Matter?
Manual S is the ACCA standard used to select the right HVAC equipment for a home based on its actual
How to Check for Roof Damage After a Big Storm
When a big storm rolls through the Gulf Coast, your roof takes the brunt of it. Straight-line winds, heavy rain,
What Are the Early Warning Signs That You Need a New Roof?
Identifying the early signs that you need a new roof is the best way to prevent sudden leaks and expensive
Kentucky’s Strengthen Kentucky Homes Program: How to Get Up to $10,000 for a FORTIFIED Roof
Kentucky homeowners can receive up to $10,000 in grant funding through the Strengthen Kentucky Homes Program for a FORTIFIED roof. Learn how SKH works, who qualifies, and how Knockout Inspections helps you get certified. Applications are open now.
Faced vs Unfaced Insulation and Why the Difference Matters
If you have ever poked around in an attic or pulled back a wall panel during a renovation, you have
What Is Roofing Underlayment & Why Does It Matter So Much?
Most homeowners never think about roofing underlayment until something goes wrong. It’s hidden under the shingles, invisible from the street,
How a Manual J Calculation Affects Your HVAC & Home
If your home never quite gets comfortable, runs up high energy bills, or a contractor recently told you that you
Understanding the Strengthen Alabama Homes Program
Alabama homeowners can receive up to $10,000 toward a storm-resistant roof upgrade through the Strengthen Alabama Homes grant program. The
Structural Damage Warning Signs Homeowners Often Overlook
Most homeowners know to worry about a roof that leaks or a foundation crack they can see from across the