Also discusses study or office space and family rooms. This circular includes a chart with questions about whether remodeling is feasible. It covers remodeling terms, advantages and disadvantages and cost of remodeling and the return on your investment. There is more and more concern over energy costs these days and skylights are one way to introduce light into buildings without spending energy dollars. This circular includes the advantages of having skylights, types of skylights, glass, shading devices and flashing.
Installation is covered also.
This publication describes some of the many materials and systems available for residential roofing, typical application details and some of the problems encountered. Included are properties of roofing types, including shingles and rolled roofing, and selection of materials. This publication will help you estimate the energy that can be saved by insulating ceilings, walls, foundations, doors, and windows. Using the worksheet provided, along with the heat loss tables and degree-day map, you can figure out the yearly energy savings and how long it will take to get a return on your investment in insulation. Examples are given to help you.