The Green Home: The Importance of Energy Efficiency in New Builds
One of the most important characteristics of a newly constructed home is how energy efficient it is. Not only is an energy-efficient home less expensive to operate, but it’s also better for the environment, more comfortable to live in — and will be easier to sell to...Warm Relationships & Warm Buildings: How RVI Works with Area Home Builders
At RVI, providing building science services to our region is our primary goal. However, we know we couldn’t serve as many people as we do if we didn’t also have excellent working relationships with area builders. We’ve been working alongside builders for over 20...Sweet News from RVI: Introducing our Proprietary New Insulation
At RVI, we pride ourselves on being a forward-thinking company, always striving to bring the latest building science technologies to our service area. Owners Sam and Ashly Hartman and RVI staff routinely seek out educational opportunities that let them continue to...Can You Hear Me Now? The Surprising Sound-Reducing Qualities of Blown-in Insulation
If you keep up on RVI blogs, you already know that insulation serves more purposes than just keeping your house warm in the winter. Having the right amount of professionally installed insulation can make your home healthier, “greener,” and more comfortable. In today’s...A Bridge Worth Burning: An Intro to Thermal Bridging and How Builders Can Reduce the Problem
When we discuss ways to make new homes more energy-efficient, the most obvious considerations are usually better windows, air sealing, efficient HVAC, and insulation. What we don’t typically consider are the ways that wall studs, concrete, or other building materials...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.