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Do whole-house surge protectors really work? Which ones will condition the power and save energy? Are they worth it?

— Breana Rondeau Jacksonville, NC

Answered by Rick Goyette on August 2, 2010

We are concerned about possible offgassing from spray-foam insulation for a home under construction.

— Kara Palley Passaic, NJ

Answered by Rick Goyette on July 21, 2010

Can I get LEED-H credit if I use thermo-treated wood for a deck and the raw material certified by FSC?

— Wendy State College, PA

Answered by Rick Goyette on July 21, 2010

Doing a bathroom remodel and need to replace shower pan, tile, etc. What is the greenest choice?

— josh ziskind Van Nuys, CA

Answered by Rick Goyette on June 21, 2010

I am converting my oil burner to a high-efficiency gas heating system. What do I do with the oil tank and oil?

— Peter East Norwich, NY

Answered by Rick Goyette on June 9, 2010

Are national funds available for taking off or covering old asbestos siding? How hazardous is handling old asbestos siding?

— B Mac Dallas, TX

Answered by Rick Goyette on June 9, 2010

Should we use open cell or closed cell SPF insulation on the underside of our attic roof in southeast Louisiana?

— William Jordan Slidell, LA

Answered by Rick Goyette on May 20, 2010

We have a 1952 Cape-style house in MA and are considering vinyl clapboards instead of cedar shingles. Is Mastic by Ply Gem the best brand?

— Mark Whitney Mattapoisett, MA

Answered by Rick Goyette on May 16, 2010

I am thinking about LEED for Homes. I live in a side-by-side ranch-style duplex. Can I certify just my side of the property?

— Kristopher Reimann Madison, WI

Answered by Rick Goyette on April 30, 2010

Should I replace metal duct in a 1950s home with the current flex duct? Or is cleaning better?

— Michael Whittier, CA

Answered by Rick Goyette on April 29, 2010

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