In Northampton, Massachusetts, Smith College is blazing a trail toward net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2030. As part of this visionary effort, the institution is replacing its outdated heating system with a cutting-edge geothermal network—and supporting that network with strategic building efficiency improvements, including the installation of eco-safe and high-performance spray foam insulation. The project not only highlights Smith College’s determination to reduce its environmental impact but also underscores the expertise of Cozy Home Performance, LLC, a trusted spray foam insulation contractor in Western Massachusetts. Cozy Home was selected because of their decades of experience in building science best practices, safety protocols, professionalism and commitment to eco safe insulation technology that will perform for the long term. This 4 month project was a great success!

Holyoke, MA. has many old and venerable historic mill buildings and these gorgeous structures are going through a renaissance of retrofit!

It's that time of year now that winter has returned. On frosty and snowy mornings melt patterns will become readily visible. As you look at the patterns the mosaic of patterns will show which homes are more air-tight and well insulated than others. The differences from house to house, new or old, can be very Continue reading