About Jason Porter
Jason Porter is Vice President of Operations at Standard and has over 25 years in the insulation and construction industry. He is a BPI-certified energy auditor and is the company’s leading expert in insulation and energy efficiency for homeowners and renters and the Mohawk Valley and the Capital Region.
Older Insulation Methods – Can They Cause Harm?
When people choose to install their own insulation, sometimes it seems like the obvious benefit is financial savings. While you may save some money by installing insulation yourself in the… Continue Reading
Cellulose – How This Super Insulation Can Help Your Home
Cellulose insulation, commonly referred to as "blown-in insulation", is a green, plant-based insulating material used in wall and roof cavities to separate the inside and outside of your home thermally… Continue Reading
Benefits of Insulating Your Three-Season Room
Generally speaking, three-season rooms are fully enclosed, but uninsulated, sitting areas and porches, that are meant to be used spring, summer and fall. Of course, living in this Northern climate,… Continue Reading
Home Insulation Helps You Go Green
Sometimes, having a positive impact on the planet and reducing your carbon footprint starts at home. And one of the best ways that you can start going green? Your home… Continue Reading
Prepare for Winter Now – Insulate Your Crawlspace in the Summer
If you live in an older home, the chances are your crawlspace insulation is probably lacking. In older construction, the energy benefits of adding insulation in places like crawlspaces were… Continue Reading
Insulating Your Home in the Summer Months – Why It’s a Good Idea
Have you noticed that no matter how much your air conditioner runs in the summertime, your home never seems to cool down adequately? Or if your home is a two-story,… Continue Reading
Is There Mold Growing on Your Attic Insulation?
If you've been noticing a musty odor in your Central New York home, then you might be having a problem with moisture. One of the main culprits might be improper… Continue Reading
Lower Your Heating Bills in Central NY with Weather Stripping
It's said that in the fall a young man's thoughts turn towards love. Well, in New York State, chances are in the fall his thoughts -- and everyone else's --… Continue Reading