Hi,

Welcome to the August issue of The HomeTeamKC Report. This report provides REALTORS^® and Homeowners with helpful information about residential homes from a home inspector's perspective.

The summer of ’05 has been a harsh reminder of high energy costs, reminding us of 1980 (oil was actually higher then, when factoring in inflation). We just returned from a family ‘driving vacation’ to the Outer Banks of North Carolina. Every stop at the pumps was painful, at an average $2.50 per gallon.

Anticipating that natural gas prices certainly won’t be less expensive this year than last, this month’s topic is appropriately focused on HOME INSULATION. While this is not intended to be all-encompassing, it will hopefully shed some light on heat loss and home insulation, as well as offer a few tips on reducing your costs!

Thanks for your interest and call or email us anytime with any questions you may have.

Mike
The HomeTeamKC

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P.P.S. Only a few of our agents are obtaining the CBS (call before showing) codes from the listing agent. I have a SUPRA key, however, as an affiliate, I can only access an I-Box with the CBS code. Each I-Box has a CBS code assigned to it. It is printed next to the shackle code. Obtaining the CBS code can save you time, and is a great backup if you are running late to an inspection. Thanks.

P.P.P.S! The agents that The HomeTeam accepts referrals from are professional, informed, and exhibit a sincere interest in the welfare of their clients. And, that is precisely why we accept referrals from those agents – and not from some others. We do no advertising, but rather depend upon word-of-mouth referrals. Quality begets quality. Let me say how much we appreciate the professional services that you perform for your clients. We receive many referrals from past clients as well, which is the most sincere form of flattery.

·Home Insulation
·Quick Access to Our Current Pricing Sheet

HOME INSULATION

• ‘Drafty’ is actually good for homes, but not appreciated by the homeowner paying the utility bills!

  

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• Two comfort strategies

  

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• Here's the physics we're working with.

  

  
  

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• And here's what we are wanting to balance out.

  

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• Whether you've got newer or older construction can make a big difference.

  

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• Recommended insulation levels, R-Value, & Types:

  
  
  

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• Have you checked out these areas of your home for excessive heat loss?

  

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• Up to 15% of your home’s heat loss can be through electrical outlets & boxes!

  

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• More avenues of heat loss

  

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• And finally, here are some potential safety risks to consider:

  

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