Iowa winters are harsh, and they create extra hurdles that builders and new homeowners have to jump in order to continue construction during the coldest months. If you’d like to learn what not to do during an Iowa winter new construction build, then this article is for you! And don’t worry- we also cover what to do instead.

Thermal Shop’s sister company - Energy Ratings Group- provides trusted home energy ratings for Eastern Iowa and beyond. Learn all about Energy Ratings Group (ERG) and how the ERG and Thermal Shop partnership benefits both companies.

Learn about the possibilities for air-sealing your home after drywall has gone up.

Learn about possibilities for updating the insulation in your old(er) home. Prepare for winter- ensure that it will be an efficient and comfortable one!

If you’d like to know why air sealing is important, when it occurs during the different stages of the building process, and where to do it- this article is for you. Learn all about air sealing basics today!

An open letter to insulation DIYers full of the practical tips and advice Thermal Shop has learned over the years insulating hundreds of buildings and homes.

If you are getting insulation installed in your home or business, you might be wondering what that process will be like. Read here to find out what to expect from start to finish.

Building a new home? Here are Thermal Shop’s recommendations for important conversations to have with your builder about insulation. Learn about cold floor mitigation, sound insulation, energy programs, and more!

What is sound insulation? Why is it important? Read our one-of-many to come blog posts to understand the basics of sound insulation and why you should install it in your new home.