Air leaks account for 25 to 40 percent of heat loss in houses. This fact sheet shows you how to solve problems related to air leaks and save money and energy.

Advisory: Some vermiculite insulation, which can be found in attics and walls of homes, may contain asbestos fibres. If you find vermiculite insulation in your home, do not disturb it and consult the Health Canada publication It's Your Health - Vermiculite Insulation Containing Asbestos by calling 1-800-O-Canada, or visit http://www.hc-sc.gc.ca/iyh-vsv/prod/insulation-isolant_e.html." 

Buying windows and doors can be a confusing and frustrating process for consumers. The Consumer's Guide provides shopping tips on how to buy energy-efficient windows, doors and skylights. It also provides useful technical information, including how to properly install them. 

Windows can be responsible for unnecessary heat loss, high energy consumption and cold drafts, and can be subject to condensation problems. This fact sheet explains how you can help ensure that these problems are kept to a minimum by improving the energy efficiency and performance of your windows using products that are available at your local hardware or building-supply store. 

Home heating costs are your single largest energy expense. This publication presents renovation options, building materials and renovation techniques that will enable you to have money and make your house more comfortable. 

Moisture problems in Canadian housing are detrimental to our health and to the durability and resale value of our homes. This fact sheet shows you how to solve moisture problems, improve energy efficiency and reduce greenhouse gas emissions that contribute to climate change.

Advisory: Some vermiculite insulation, which can be found in attics and walls of homes, may contain asbestos fibres. If you find vermiculite insulation in your home, do not disturb it and consult the Health Canada publication It's Your Health - Vermiculite Insulation Containing Asbestos by calling 1-800-O-Canada, or visit http://www.hc-sc.gc.ca/iyh-vsv/prod/insulation-isolant_e.html."