G-Force Blog
Welcome to the G-Force Blog. For homeowners, we provide free advice on how to keep your home a healthy one. For landlords and property managers, we provide resources and help so your rental is compliant with the Healthy Homes Standard.
5 TIPS TO REDUCE DAMPNESS IN YOUR HOME
Did you know that common activities like cooking, cleaning and taking a bath produce a lot of moisture? What does that mean for you and your family? Moisture can cause dampness and we all know that a cold and damp home is not pleasant. That's why ventilation is...
Stay Warm and Save Green: A Guide to Insulating Your Home
Let's face it, Kiwi winters can be brutal. Shivering under layers of clothes and cranking up the heater isn't just uncomfortable, it's expensive! But there's a simple solution: insulation. It's like a warm, fluffy coat for your house, trapping heat in winter and...
Air conditioning vs Heatpump: what’s the difference?
If you think that heat pumps are only used for warming your home in winter, then think again, as heat pumps can also be used as a air conditioning unit.
The heat pump debate rages – do we leave it on or not? IS IT MORE EXPENSIVE TO RUN HEAT PUMPS ALL THE TIME?
Damien McGill, an engineer by trade and member of the Superhome Movement, says it’s no more expensive to run heat pumps full-time, and that doing so has health benefits, for humans, and for the building. McGill has been monitoring three adjacent units he owns in...
Maximising Your Homes Value: The Power of Efficient Heating, Ventilation, and Insulation
When it comes to increasing the value of your home, there are various strategies you can employ, from upgrading your kitchen to enhancing your curb appeal. However, one of the top ways to elevate your property's value lies in the often overlooked realm of efficient...
Energy Improvements Have Healthy Home Benefits
According to Joe Medosch, Healthy Building Scientist at Hayward Score, “Most people know to turn off lights and to adjust the thermostat to improve energy efficiency, but find themselves stumped at what to do next.” His advice? “Start with the easy and inexpensive...