Evaluate major home-service and energy decisions through site-specific evidence, written scope, contractor qualifications, total cost, financing, warranties, maintenance, incentives, and exit terms.
Evaluate home solar by roof and site conditions, measured energy use, system design, production assumptions, utility rules, purchase or lease terms, warranties, installers, and total cost.
Read analysisHeat pumps move heat and can provide cooling; furnaces create heat from fuel or electricity. Compare climate performance, sizing, ducts, rates, backup, comfort, emissions, installation, and total cost.
Read analysisA home warranty is a service contract, not homeowners insurance. Its value depends on covered items, limits, exclusions, service fees, contractor control, claims, renewal, cancellation, and your repair reserves.
Read analysisAsk roofing contractors about inspection findings, scope, materials, ventilation, flashing, decking, permits, crews, weather protection, price, changes, warranties, payment, liens, and cleanup.
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