Attic Radiant Barrier Fact Sheet
From Oak Ridge National Lab, Building Envelope Research.

Calculators

IRC 2000 Minimum Req'd Thermal Performance (U- & R-value)
DOE R-value Recommendations
CertainTeed
Owens-Corning
OldHouseWeb / Model Energy Code / HDD

Caulking
Cut down on drafts, making your house more energy efficient and comfortable, as well as seal out water and insects. From Accurate Home Inspection.

Caulking & Filling Cracks Around Windows & Doors
High heating and cooling bills, moisture, dust, dirt, and insects entering the house signal that it is time to caulk your windows and doors. From The University of Missouri Outreach & Extension.

Controlling Energy Costs With Attic Insulation
A step-by-step guide to increasing household comfort and energy efficiency. From Kansas City Power & Light. [.pdf format]

Everything Old Is New Again, Even Insulation
Funny how what sounds brand new in new home construction products is really something quite old, but has now come back into vogue. From Realty Times, 19Mar99.

IcyneneŽ
Open-celled sprayed foam.

Insulating Systems at a Glance
Very good overview of insulation for all parts of the house, from Owens Corning.

Insulation Basics
Product descriptions, specifications, and installation instructions. From CertainTeed.

Insulation Fact Sheet
From Oak Ridge National Lab, Building Envelope Research.

Insulation Index
Insulation, weather-stripping and other measures to keep you warmer this winter. From the Old House Web.

Insulation Professional Index
Product specifications, FAQ, and technical bulletins, from CertainTeed.

I've Got Your Love to Keep Me Warm
...but extra insulation sure helps. From the Natural Handyman.

A Vital Shield for the Home
Vapor barriers have a critical role to play. From Inman News, 23Jan01.

The Weatherization Pages
Solve building problems that involve preservation of the structure, comfort, or indoor environmental health.