by Emily Barriere | Mar 18, 2021 | Legal, Products and Services
A “Greener” Alternative Hempcrete is exactly what it sounds like: an alternative to concrete that is made from hemp. Hempcrete is non-toxic unlike concrete and actually removes carbon dioxide from the air because it’s made from plants. Being one of...
by Emily Barriere | Mar 11, 2021 | How To, Products and Services
Programmable Thermostats Lower Energy Bills: Next to rent, utilities are one of the biggest costs a resident will pay. Learning how to use your thermostat properly will save energy, thus saving you money on your utility bill. On average, residents who use programming...
by Emily Barriere | Feb 25, 2021 | Health and Safety, Products and Services
The Importance of Indoor Air Quality During Coronavirus: Do you ever worry about health and safety inside your home or place of business? Amidst a pandemic, experts seem to agree that indoor air is more of a risk than outdoor air. With less fresh air circulation in...
by Emily Barriere | Dec 17, 2020 | HERS Raters, Legal, Products and Services
Introduction to Energy Code Compliance: The state of California has taken on the task of eliminating waste through progressive laws. California’s goal is to reach zero net energy by 2050. Zero Net buildings, for example, can supply all their own energy needs....
by Emily Barriere | Nov 20, 2020 | HERS Raters, Legal, Resources & References
Title 24: If you are a California native, you might be familiar with the term ‘Title 24’. California is very aware of energy waste because of its power crisis as well as other historical crises. The California Energy Commission is responsible for...
by Emily Barriere | Nov 12, 2020 | HERS Raters
His & HERS (Home Energy Rating System): The Home Energy Rating System has been adopted by the California Energy Commission, to test and verify building efficiency. At BarrierEnergy, we use this system to enforce state-mandated energy codes. These codes, which have...
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