A Summer That Proved the Importance of Proper Air Sealing
Summer 2025 in Wisconsin has been one for the books, between scorching heat waves and unexpected air quality challenges from Canadian wildfire smoke. While the smoky air has granted us some unusually pretty sunrises and sunsets, this season has also highlighted...
What are the Upcoming Wisconsin Building Code Changes?
There has been a lot of buzz about the upcoming changes to the Wisconsin building codes (IRC and IECC 2024). While these pending changes have some builders concerned, we have good news: If you’re the kind of quality builder we know you are, you’re already ahead of the...
The Density test: Why BIBS Makes such a big Difference
Ever wonder why we’re so obsessed with the BIBS® (Blow-In Blanket) insulation system? It’s not just because we love the product (which we do!) It’s because there’s real science behind it, and it directly affects your bottom line and your customers’ comfort....
3 Critical Home Maintenance Tasks You Probably Missed
Let’s be honest – most of us know about spring cleaning inside our homes. Wash the windows, deep clean the carpets, and maybe even organize the garage. But there are some crucial maintenance tasks you might have missed. These hidden heroes of home...About RVI
Since inception in 2000, RVI has been a leader in innovative Air Sealing and Insulating Systems. A family, faith, customer, and community-focused business, RVI is owned and operated by Sam and Ashly Hartmann (pictured above with their children) in their hometown of Rhinelander, WI.