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7 Things You Should Know About Tankless Water Heaters

February 15, 2024

Hot water is one of those things everyone takes for granted in our modern society. A hot shower on a cold winter evening is relaxing. Hot water washes away dirt from laundry and grease from pans. And hot water comes in handy as an emergency defroster.

Should I Buy a Tankless Water Heater Instead?

January 30, 2024

It’s a terrible moment when you step into the shower and find you have no hot water. Best case scenario—your spouse just ran a load of white clothes on hot in the washing machine, turned on the dishwasher, and took a leisurely hot shower a few minutes ago. Worst case scenario—you have a broken water heater.

What Is the Best Insulation for My Home?

January 15, 2024

At HomeRx, we work with fiberglass batting, blown-in cellulose, and spray foam insulation. We can guide you in selecting the best form of insulation for your home.

How to Upgrade Your Home Insulation

November 10, 2023

You increase comfort and decrease energy consumption by improving the insulation in your Oregon home. Less energy use translates into lower energy bills. 

Does Adding Insulation to Your Attic Make a Big Difference?

October 31, 2023

When it comes to energy efficiency and home comfort, many homeowners in Oregon have started to look upwards—specifically, to their attics.

Will an Attic Fan Make Me More Comfortable?

August 8, 2023

While it seems a fan to cool a hot attic might also cool your home, it’s not a good solution. A better way to get more comfortable is sealing the attic and increasing your insulation.

The Science of Heat Retention

August 8, 2023

Heating is the number one energy consumer in your home—it consumes nearly 30 percent of the average household’s energy bill.

Garage Insulation

May 15, 2023

HomeRX and Performance Insulation Energy Services is pleased to offer top-tier insulation services to our neighbors in Portland and communities nearby. Contact us today to learn about the range of solutions we offer.

Air Seal Your Home for Added Comfort

March 30, 2023

The key to increased energy savings and improved efficiency starts with air sealing. If you seal your Bend home now, you will save money on your utility bills.

How Air Sealing Your Home Helps with Allergies

March 15, 2023

Notice your symptoms acting up, even when you try to avoid the outdoors? That’s because pollen is finding its way into your Oregon home.

Importance of Attic insulation

January 12, 2023

Believe it or not, your attic helps keep your Portland home comfortable by acting as an extra layer of protection from the fluctuating outdoor temperatures.

How to Insulate Your Home and Prevent Heat Loss

December 15, 2022

If this is your reality and you are struggling with heat loss in your Oregon home, then you may want to look into the ways you can properly insulate it.

Crawl Space Insulation Services

November 28, 2022

A poorly insulated crawl space creates problems for the rest of your home. It makes it hard to keep the upper floors warm in the winter. It can also contribute to high humidity levels in the summer.

What Type of Insulation Do I Need?

September 15, 2022

Feel a draft in your Oregon home? Let’s cover it up with a new layer of insulation. Adding new insulation to your Portland home improves your comfort and protects your indoor air quality (IAQ).

Does Your Home Need New Insulation This Winter?

January 17, 2022

Whether you are entertaining a crowd or celebrating with your family, the holidays should be a time of comfort and warmth for everyone. A heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system that runs at peak performance is one way to keep your Oregon home consistently comfy this winter. An annual furnace or heat pump tune-up,…