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Heat that Can’t Be Beat
Eichler radiant heat is heavenly, but a new boiler ups energy efficiency, lowers costs
Condensation and Mold
As humidity levels rise, water problems occur—here are some causes and remedies for them
Demystifying Remodeling
Five key questions to demystify home renewal—from personal vision to budgeting and beyond
Eichler Air Conditioning
The cool concept behind mini-split HVAC—a quiet, compact, energy-efficient option
Eichler Electrical Conduits
Buried trouble and challenges: subsurface Eichler atrium conduit dies a lingering death
Eichler Lighting
Beyond the usual Eichler challenges, there are viable options to improve interior lighting
Eichler Radiant Heating
Common questions and vital answers for keeping your home's radiant heat healthy
Eichler Roofing
In search of the perfect roofing system—no single 'right' answer for everyone
Prefabulous or Fad?
Designers and builders of prefabricated homes go modern and green—but what lies ahead?
Roof Insulation
Vital foam-roof upgrades add comfort, lower utility bills, and enhance your home's value