http://www.dannylipford.com DIY Home Improvement Fri, 10 Feb 2012 22:29:56 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.2.1 http://www.dannylipford.com/video/kuppersmith-home-renovation-project-5-insulation-and-drywall/ http://www.dannylipford.com/video/kuppersmith-home-renovation-project-5-insulation-and-drywall/#comments Thu, 26 Jan 2012 17:17:14 +0000 Danny Lipford http://www.dannylipford.com/?post_type=video&p=44138 The Kuppersmith home renovation project follows the extensive renovation of a two-story, Tudor style home built in 1926 in Mobile, Alabama. In the fifth of our 13-part series, we’re spraying foam insulation, installing drywall, and painting the exterior of the house.]]> http://www.dannylipford.com/video/kuppersmith-home-renovation-project-5-insulation-and-drywall/feed/ 0 http://www.dannylipford.com/video/how-to-make-your-home-more-energy-efficient/ http://www.dannylipford.com/video/how-to-make-your-home-more-energy-efficient/#comments Tue, 17 Jan 2012 21:27:38 +0000 Danny Lipford http://www.dannylipford.com/?post_type=video&p=43738 A more energy efficient home is not only good for the environment, it can save you money on your utility bills. Watch this video to find out how to make your home more energy efficient by upgrading your heating and cooling system, hot water heater, windows, and insulation.]]> http://www.dannylipford.com/video/how-to-make-your-home-more-energy-efficient/feed/ 0 http://www.dannylipford.com/video/how-to-live-a-green-lifestyle-on-a-budget/ http://www.dannylipford.com/video/how-to-live-a-green-lifestyle-on-a-budget/#comments Tue, 10 Jan 2012 20:31:38 +0000 Danny Lipford http://www.dannylipford.com/?post_type=video&p=43516 Living a green lifestyle is good for the environment and has health benefits, too, but buying eco-friendly products for your home can be expensive. Watch this video to find out how to save energy, conserve water, improve indoor air quality, and reduce waste without breaking your bank account.]]> http://www.dannylipford.com/video/how-to-live-a-green-lifestyle-on-a-budget/feed/ 0 http://www.dannylipford.com/video/how-to-reduce-heating-bills-and-save-energy-on-your-home/ http://www.dannylipford.com/video/how-to-reduce-heating-bills-and-save-energy-on-your-home/#comments Thu, 05 Jan 2012 20:10:00 +0000 Danny Lipford http://www.dannylipford.com/?post_type=video&p=43383 These homeowners in Maine had heating bills as high as $1,400 a month in their historic 1890 home. Watch this video to see the steps they took to reduce their energy bills by installing energy efficient windows and doors and insulation.]]> http://www.dannylipford.com/video/how-to-reduce-heating-bills-and-save-energy-on-your-home/feed/ 0 http://www.dannylipford.com/video/improving-indoor-air-quality-and-conserving-energy/ http://www.dannylipford.com/video/improving-indoor-air-quality-and-conserving-energy/#comments Tue, 03 Jan 2012 21:59:31 +0000 Danny Lipford http://www.dannylipford.com/?post_type=video&p=43271 Living an eco-friendly lifestyle is good for the environment, but it can also improve your health and save money on utility bills. Watch this video to find out how to improve indoor air quality in your home and reduce the amount of energy you use.]]> http://www.dannylipford.com/video/improving-indoor-air-quality-and-conserving-energy/feed/ 0 http://www.dannylipford.com/how-to-make-a-draft-dodger-for-doors-and-windows/ http://www.dannylipford.com/how-to-make-a-draft-dodger-for-doors-and-windows/#comments Tue, 22 Nov 2011 20:00:55 +0000 Julie Day http://www.dannylipford.com/?p=40082 As the weather turns colder, drafts creeping in under doors and windowsills can really add to your heating bills. A draft dodger or draft snake helps seal out drafts and is an easy DIY project. Read on to find out how to make one for your home.]]> http://www.dannylipford.com/how-to-make-a-draft-dodger-for-doors-and-windows/feed/ 2 http://www.dannylipford.com/video/owens-corning-ecotouch-fiberglass-insulation/ http://www.dannylipford.com/video/owens-corning-ecotouch-fiberglass-insulation/#comments Mon, 21 Nov 2011 14:00:30 +0000 Jodi Marks http://www.dannylipford.com/?post_type=video&p=39906 Owens Corning EcoTouch fiberglass insulation is both energy efficient and eco-friendly, since it’s formaldehyde free and made from 50% recycled materials. It’s also softer causing less skin irritation. Watch this video to find out more.]]> http://www.dannylipford.com/video/owens-corning-ecotouch-fiberglass-insulation/feed/ 0 http://www.dannylipford.com/video/how-much-attic-insulation-do-you-need/ http://www.dannylipford.com/video/how-much-attic-insulation-do-you-need/#comments Fri, 18 Nov 2011 14:00:50 +0000 Danny Lipford http://www.dannylipford.com/?post_type=video&p=39952 Having enough insulation in your attic is one of the best ways to save energy on both heating and cooling your home. Watch this video to find out how much fiberglass or cellulose insulation you need in your attic to stay warm in the winter and cool in the summer.]]> http://www.dannylipford.com/video/how-much-attic-insulation-do-you-need/feed/ 0 http://www.dannylipford.com/video/attic-stair-insulation-options-for-your-home/ http://www.dannylipford.com/video/attic-stair-insulation-options-for-your-home/#comments Sun, 13 Nov 2011 14:00:27 +0000 Danny Lipford http://www.dannylipford.com/?post_type=video&p=39699 Pull down attic stairs can be a source of heat and cooling loss in your home. There are several options available to insulate an attic stair opening, including constructing a foam box and buying premade attic stair covers. Watch this video to find out more.]]> http://www.dannylipford.com/video/attic-stair-insulation-options-for-your-home/feed/ 0 http://www.dannylipford.com/do-radiant-foil-barriers-in-an-attic-save-energy/ http://www.dannylipford.com/do-radiant-foil-barriers-in-an-attic-save-energy/#comments Fri, 21 Oct 2011 20:44:10 +0000 Danny Lipford http://www.dannylipford.com/?p=38993 Murray asks, “Do radiant foil barriers in an attic really work, and will they reduce my heating and cooling bills?”

Radiant barriers can reduce your cooling costs a bit, if you live in a hot climate, but are no substitute for attic insulation. Read on to find out more.]]> http://www.dannylipford.com/do-radiant-foil-barriers-in-an-attic-save-energy/feed/ 0