Books on Home Insulation & Energy Efficiency

The best, fastest, and cheapest way to save money on energy conservation is to spend even a little time with a good book.

These books will save you money and prevent problems dealing with insulation contractors, energy raters, or DIY insulation installation.

Cut Your Energy Bills Now: 150 Smart Ways to Save Money and Make Your Home More Comfortable and Green

  • Bruce Harley / Taunton Press / 2008 / 122 pages
  • This exceptionally knowledgeable author provides simple steps to effectively save energy in many ways ranging from the very simple to some larger projects. 
  • It is clearly written and well organized with ample illustrations.  This book is an excellent choice for any homeowner getting started with DIY energy conservation projects. 

Consumer Reports Complete Guide to Reducing Energy Costs

  • Consumer Reports / Consumer Reports Press / 2006
  • Consumer Reports has credibility.  They focus on simple and cost effective solutions to common problems.  This is a great resource for the beginning DIY energy conservation homeowner.
  • The book includes helpful guidance on avoiding expensive projects that do not have a good return on investment.  The clear and straightforward text is well supported by many good illustrations.  

Insulate and Weatherize

  • Bruce Harley / Taunton Press / 2002 / 208 pages
  • Excellent and comprehensive description of all the home energy conservation issues and their standard remedies.
  • Easy to read, well organized, with many useful illustrations, diagrams, and photos.
  • The book starts with good descriptions of basic energy conservation concepts and priorities.  It then generally describes how to do various DIY insulation and other home energy conservation projects. 
  • Many trade secret tips are included that are useful to a DIY trying to a good job that will last.  The author is clearly an experienced professional who knows his subject.

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