Go Green

Windows

Mon, 12 Oct 2009 21:52:44 -0500

Heat lost through windows and doors represents a significant chunk of most heating bills. Some sources estimate that loss through windows alone could account for up to 35 percent of heating bills. If you are tired of watching your hard earned money slip through the cracks, there are things that you can do:

Consider the two important factors – U value – measures the rate of heat loss and the Solar Heat Gain Coefficient, current requirement for tax credit is .30 or less.

Check around windows and doors with a candle or a light piece of thread on a windy day to determine where drafts are. This will reveal problem areas in need of immediate attention.

Remove and replace damaged caulk and weather-stripping.

Decorate your windows with efficiency — closed shutters, window shades, blinds, curtains and lined draperies.

For a long-range solution, consider installing replacement windows, or storm windows and doors.

Tax Tip: Install insulation

Fri, 22 May 2009 11:28:59 -0500

Energy Tax Tips

You can save money on your utility bills and get a tax credit by insulating your home. The insulation must meet the 2000 IECC and have at least a 2 year warranty. Your tax credit is 10% of the cost (not including installation), up to $500. To qualify, the work must be done during 2009 – be sure to get a manufacturer’s certification and use IRS form 5696.

Schloegel Design Remodel saves 25 mature trees

Tue, 19 May 2009 09:53:33 -0500

Schloegel Design Remodel received the TreeSaver Environmental Certificate from PROSHRED. Schloegel helped save 25 mature trees from destruction in 2008, by using PROSHRED for document shredding and recycling.

Green project in Kansas City Homes & Gardens

Wed, 1 Apr 2009 16:59:33 -0500

The April ’09 issue of KCH&G features a green project from Schloegel Design Remodel.

“After working with Damion and Schloegel Design Remodel on building lyptus cabinets and other woodwork on the third floor, the Bombas decided to finish their basement. “Laurie is very environmentally conscious,” says Gayle Jagoda, CKBR and design consultant for Schloegel. “When they decided to finish the basement, it became an exciting opportunity to use green products in this area.”

Read “Renovating Respectfully” at the KCH&G website.

Megan Lynch gets Green Certified

Thu, 29 Jan 2009 10:31:17 -0600

Schloegel Design Remodel’s Megan Lynch has obtained the National Association of the Remodel Industry “Green Certified Professional” designation.

NARI defines a Green Professional as “A remodeling professional who considers sustainability in maximizing nature’s
resources and energy in an efficient and responsible manner in the conduct of their business.”

Megan is also a NARI-certified AKBD - Associate Kitchen & Bath Designer.

Megan holds an Interior Design degree from Kansas State University, is a member of the NKBA (National Kitchen & Bath Association) and also serves on the Interior Design Advisory Board for Johnson County Community College.

Read more on NARI certifications here.