Smart Insights
Smart Insights is where Smart Space shares in-depth guides on home performance, building science, and HVAC efficiency—helping you understand what really makes a home comfortable and energy-smart.
Fiberglass vs. Cellulose: Which Insulation Is Right for Your Home?
When it comes to attic insulation, two materials dominate the conversation — fiberglass and cellulose. Both can make your home more comfortable and...
The Science of Radon — and the Building Science Behind Radon Mitigation
How We Discovered the Danger of Radon In the early 1980s, a nuclear power plant worker in Pennsylvania named Stanley Watras walked into work and...
Energy-Efficient Windows: Comfort, Savings, and Performance You Can See
Windows play a major role in your home's comfort, air quality, and energy efficiency. Old or poorly sealed windows allow heat to escape in winter,...
The Science Behind Your Home’s Ductwork: How Design, Materials, and Balancing Impact Comfort & Efficiency
When most homeowners think about improving energy efficiency or comfort, they focus on upgrading equipment — a new air conditioner, furnace, or...
Georgia Energy Codes and What They Mean for Your Home
Georgia's Energy Standards Are Getting Smarter In recent years, Georgia has made significant strides toward improving home energy efficiency. The...
Why Efficient Equipment Doesn’t Matter If Your Ducts Leak
You Wouldn't Pour Water into a Leaky Hose… So why push air through leaky ducts? Many homeowners invest thousands of dollars in high-efficiency...
The Evolution of HVAC Ducts: Metal vs. Flex Ducts
Why Duct Material Matters Your home's duct system is the pathway for all your heating and cooling — yet most homeowners never think about what those...