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Jeff Eckes

Articles by Jeff Eckes

Spring 2026 | Features
The Attic Advantage: How Sealing and Insulation Cut Energy Bills: Sealing and insulating your attic is one of the fastest, most cost-effective ways to reduce heat loss, improve comfort, and lower energy bills—especially in Hudson Valley homes.
Winter 2025 | High-Performance House
Air-Sealing 101: From Attic to Basement How to Button Up Your Home’s Envelope
Fall 2025 | Home Improvement
Pushing Back Against Regressive Federal Energy Policy
Summer 2025 | Features
Insulation: Peeling Back the Layers on Home Walls
Spring 2025 | High-Performance House Home Improvement
DIY to Net Zero: The Evolution of Home Efficiency
Winter 2024/2025 | High-Performance House
Beyond the Blueprint: A Call to Climate Consciousness
Fall 2024 | Features
Advanced Building Techniques for Modern Homes
High-Performance House
The Evolution of Energy-Efficient Homes
Spring 2024 | Home Improvement
An Energy Assessment Conversation with Marcy Cleveland
Winter 2023 | Features Home Improvement
Snow Laughing Matter: Month-by-Month Steps for Winterizing Your Home
Fall 2023 | Design Feature
Tips for Estimating Your Next Bathroom Renovation
Summer 2023 | Features
Tips for Choosing the Right Contractor