New Year’s 2017 Home Performance Resolution

December 26, 2016

The new year will be here before you know it, and just like every year prior, it’s time to start thinking about making some resolutions to work towards a better future. For some, this means hitting the gym more often, quitting smoking or making time to volunteer with a local organization. These are all excellent goals, but homeowners in the Southeastern Pennsylvania area should also take care to make resolutions that focus on improving home performance.

The start of a new year means turning over a new leaf, and for those who have been holding off on making valuable home upgrades, now is an excellent time to move forward. Consider these home performance resolutions for 2017:

1. Improve Your Home’s Insulation

If you’re like most homeowners, you’re likely to be in the dark about whether or not your home is actually insulated properly. It’s important to realize that 90% of U.S. homes are under-insulated, and most people who live in these homes don’t know that a problem exists. They feel it, though, whether that’s in the form of high heating and cooling bills, temperature swings, drafts or many other problems associated with a lack of insulation.

Today’s high-performance insulation is far more effective than that of the past, and options such as spray foam and cellulose come with numerous benefits. If you’re living in an under-insulated home, 2017 is the year to finally fix this all-too-common problem.

2. Seal the Leaks!

Chances are you don’t spend each and every day of your life thinking about the amount of air that’s leaking out of your home. You might, though, if you find yourself dealing with drafts or high energy bills on a monthly basis.

Air sealing is the process of closing-off the many tiny cracks and gaps that tend to plague our homes. It eliminates unwanted airflow between the inside of your home and the environment outside, which means your warm, conditioned air stays inside where it belongs.

3. Give Your Home a Complete Physical

Improving insulation and air sealing in your home can make a huge difference when it comes to enhancing home performance, but you need to know where to start. This is where the home energy audit comes in, and at Green Stone Energy, we can’t recommend this process enough.

Think of it as a trip to the doctor for a physical, except the focus is on your home and how well it’s performing. Once you know exactly what you’re dealing with, you’ll be able to make informed decisions about how to move forward with valuable home performance upgrades.

This New Year’s, think about your home when putting together a list of resolutions. Contact us today to learn more or to schedule an appointment.

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Thank you Dutch and Christian from Green Stone Energy LLC for a job well done. Our family will be feeling much warmer this winter. No more heating the outside.

— Lisa, Alex & Thorsten, Audubon, PA

A really good weatherization Company. Would highly recommend.

— Nancy S.,

The work that Green Stone Energy completed at my home was awesome! The crew arrived as scheduled and completed their work in the most timely manner. They were very neat and made sure to clean up after themselves. I couldn't believe that the owner of the company even came to check on the progress...The work that Green Stone Energy completed at my home was awesome! The crew arrived as scheduled and completed their work in the most timely manner. They were very neat and made sure to clean up after themselves. I couldn't believe that the owner of the company even came to check on the progress of the crew and went through the whole process with me. Would definitely recommend Green Stone Energy to others - such a pleasant and hassle free experience.

 — John S., Norristown,

They arrived when they said they would. spread drop cloths where they would be walking. The owner stopped by to check on the progress. All went well. It took about 8 hours from start to finish. My initial observations are showing a positive improvement in the houses ability to hold temperature... They arrived when they said they would. spread drop cloths where they would be walking. The owner stopped by to check on the progress. All went well. It took about 8 hours from start to finish. My initial observations are showing a positive improvement in the houses ability to hold temperature which is an increase in overall comfort. It is too early to determine a dollar savings in gas and electric usage. I would recommend and use them again. All were very nice to deal with.

— Nancy M., West Chester, PA,Nancy S.,

We contacted Green Stone Energy after a PECO energy audit showed a lack of insulation in our attic. Everyone was very professional, friendly, prompt and did a quality job for us.

— Monica H., West Chester,

Estimate was done after a complete examination of my concerns.

— Susan M.,

We called in Green Stone Energy after a Peco audit recommendation and had two quotes. One was a bit more involved but also 80% more $$. They answered my many questions and upon recognizing at the start of the project they had forgot to include two small areas in their quote, they included the We called in Green Stone Energy after a Peco audit recommendation and had two quotes. One was a bit more involved but also 80% more $$. They answered my many questions and upon recognizing at the start of the project they had forgot to include two small areas in their quote, they included the work itself anyway for the price quoted. The two gentlemen who came to do the work were kind, courteous and of no bother. They kept us informed through out the project and we felt very comfortable the service. I'd recommend Green Stone Energy on a variety of levels but a star also goes to the improvement to our comfort level in the house - that itself is remarkable. Why did we wait so long?

— Jan L., ,Newtown Square

Very satisfied with all the work. The installers were very professional, efficient, polite, on time, and kept everything covered and clean.

— Mary K.,

I can't thank Dutch Schwertner and his team enough for their thorough evaluation and installation of energy efficiency at my Salon. Andrew and Ryan arrived as scheduled with a smile. Their preparation and communication skills really impressed me . I was so pleased with all the care they took to... I can't thank Dutch Schwertner and his team enough for their thorough evaluation and installation of energy efficiency at my Salon. Andrew and Ryan arrived as scheduled with a smile. Their preparation and communication skills really impressed me . I was so pleased with all the care they took to protect my furniture and flooring. My staff and clients are enjoying the more comfortable temperature and I'm loving my Peco bill. This company is stellar and worth every penny!

—Susan S.,

Extremely pleased with everything we received from Green Stone Energy. Everything, from a prompt and fair proposal to timely service appointment. Did not try to oversell us and even recommended not having certain things done as it would not improve the comfort of our home. The work was done... Extremely pleased with everything we received from Green Stone Energy. Everything, from a prompt and fair proposal to timely service appointment. Did not try to oversell us and even recommended not having certain things done as it would not improve the comfort of our home. The work was done extremely well and cleaned up prior to departure. They answered every question and concern we had as well as followed up afterwards to make sure we were pleased.

—Gary M.,

Everything went perfectly. Wonderful staff to work with at all levels. Highest level of professionalism and workmanship. The night that the work was done, warm air was streaming into our third floor bathroom, for the first time ever. We were amazed at how much energy we must have been Everything went perfectly. Wonderful staff to work with at all levels. Highest level of professionalism and workmanship. The night that the work was done, warm air was streaming into our third floor bathroom, for the first time ever. We were amazed at how much energy we must have been wasting even though we had made many different energy saving improvements before. We're looking forward to seeing how it affects our heating bills!

— April & John S.,

Mark came and conducted a thorough inspection. A well detailed estimate was provided. On the first date of the 2-day installation Mark came on site to review the intended job. Both installers were pleasant and more than competent. They cleaned up well each day. They installed ceiling and... Mark came and conducted a thorough inspection. A well detailed estimate was provided. On the first date of the 2-day installation Mark came on site to review the intended job. Both installers were pleasant and more than competent. They cleaned up well each day. They installed ceiling and basement insulation.

— Marilyn C.

Our experience with Green Stone Energy was outstanding. The first visit involved identifying the energy-saving opportunities that our home presented. We discussed those opportunities and I learned why and how the required work would be done. The second visit involved doing the actual work, which... Our experience with Green Stone Energy was outstanding. The first visit involved identifying the energy-saving opportunities that our home presented. We discussed those opportunities and I learned why and how the required work would be done. The second visit involved doing the actual work, which took half a day and was completed by two outstanding workers who impressed me with their expertise and diligence in getting the work done. I observed them carefully and was impressed with their professionalism and attention to detail. They were very respectful in terms of keeping our home clean even as they dealt with installing the attic insulation. I give Green Stone Energy my highest recommendation and do so without the slightest reservation. In an era when it is difficult to find truly trustworthy companies, Green Stone Energy was a very welcome surprise, and we couldn't be happier with the results.w the findings of a PECO energy audit. Dutch went over the recommendations with me, and got me a proposal a few days later. The team doing the work showed up on time and were very professional. They placed drop cloths before working inside the house and vacuumed... Read More Michael K.,"We had an initial call with Green Stone (GS) and agreed to get an estimate. We did the same with several other contractors. The GS representative "Dutch" came to our home and was very knowledgeable of the PECO results and provided a detailed list of energy saving measures we could possibly... Read More Mike K. ,I wanted to thank you for your help with my insulation job. In particular, I wanted to give a shout out to Greg who was on every aspect of the job. He was detail oriented, knowledgeable, conscientious, and a pleasure

— Angelo A. ,

An estimator came over to review the findings of a PECO energy audit. Dutch went over the recommendations with me, and got me a proposal a few days later. The team doing the work showed up on time and were very professional. They placed drop cloths before working inside the house and vacuumed... An estimator came over to review the findings of a PECO energy audit. Dutch went over the recommendations with me, and got me a proposal a few days later. The team doing the work showed up on time and were very professional. They placed drop cloths before working inside the house and vacuumed work areas afterwards. They condu cted blower tests before and after the work to measure the progress made. Before they left, they went over the work that was done.with Green Stone (GS) and agreed to get an estimate. We did the same with several other contractors. The GS representative "Dutch" came to our home and was very knowledgeable of the PECO results and provided a detailed list of energy saving measures we could possibly... Read More Mike K. ,I wanted to thank you for your help with my insulation job. In particular, I wanted to give a shout out to Greg who was on every aspect of the job. He was detail oriented, knowledgeable, conscientious, and a pleasure to work with.Our experience with Green Stone Energy was outstanding. The first visit involved identifying the energy-saving opportunities that our home presented. We discussed those opportunities and I learned why and how the required work would be done. The second visit involved doing the actual work, which... Our experience with Green Stone Energy was outstanding. The first visit involved identifying the energy-saving opportunities that our home presented. We discussed those opportunities and I learned why and how the required work would be done. The second visit involved doing the actual work, which took half a day and was completed by two outstanding workers who impressed me with their expertise and diligence in getting the work done. I observed them carefully and was impressed with their professionalism and attention to detail. They were very respectful in terms of keeping our home clean even as they dealt with installing the attic insulation. I give Green Stone Energy my highest recommendation and do so without the slightest reservation. In an era when it is difficult to find truly trustworthy companies, Green Stone Energy was a very welcome surprise, and we couldn't be happier with the results.w the findings of a PECO energy audit. Dutch went over the recommendations with me, and got me a proposal a few days later. The team doing the work showed up on time and were very professional. They placed drop cloths before working inside the house and vacuumed... Read More Michael K.,"We had an initial call with Green Stone (GS) and agreed to get an estimate. We did the same with several other contractors. The GS representative "Dutch" came to our home and was very knowledgeable of the PECO results and provided a detailed list of energy saving measures we could possibly... Read More Mike K. ,I wanted to thank you for your help with my insulation job. In particular, I wanted to give a shout out to Greg who was on every aspect of the job. He was detail oriented, knowledgeable, conscientious, and a pleasure

— Michael K.

"We had an initial call with Green Stone (GS) and agreed to get an estimate. We did the same with several other contractors. The GS representative "Dutch" came to our home and was very knowledgeable of the PECO results and provided a detailed list of energy saving measures we could possibly... "We had an initial call with Green Stone (GS) and agreed to get an estimate. We did the same with several other contractors. The GS representative "Dutch" came to our home and was very knowledgeable of the PECO results and provided a detailed list of energy saving measures we could possibly pursue. The list was broken down into three specific areas based on PECO's report. Each section had an individual price and we were told we could do any or all of them and provided with the benefits of each. The team showed up on time, were very knowledgeable, professional and courteous. They explained what they were going to do before they did it and why they were doing it the way they were. They treated our home with respect and covered up and/or cleaned up before and after they were done for the day. The only surprises we received were pleasant. This included some attic work that did not need to be done as specified based on further inspection. The change in plan actually saved us some money from the original quote but the end result was the same. The guys finished on-time as promised and left all areas as clean or cleaner than before they arrived. "Dutch" also stopped by each day to ensure things were going well and to answer any additional questions we had. The majority of our work was attic work and pictures don't do the job justice. We are very happy with the work and results."my insulation job. In particular, I wanted to give a shout out to Greg who was on every aspect of the job. He was detail oriented, knowledgeable, conscientious, and a pleasure to work with. Get more information on this project by checking out our page on Angie's List!

— Mike K.

I wanted to thank you for your help with my insulation job. In particular, I wanted to give a shout out to Greg who was on every aspect of the job. He was detail oriented, knowledgeable, conscientious, and a pleasure to work with.

— Anna Massi,

Everything went perfectly. Wonderful staff to work with at all levels. Highest level of professionalism and workmanship. The night that the work was done, warm air was streaming into our third floor bathroom, for the first time ever. We were amazed at how much energy we must have been wasting... Read More

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