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September's rains were a good reminder of how it is nice to be on the inside looking out.
And it is even nicer when you know your windows are not leaking warm air from your home.
Easy Step #1: Call 4CORE to get a low-cost Window Test (valued at $250), $100 this month only.
Our certified assessor will perform a test to see how you can improve your windows' performance and reduce utility bills.
Is it clear to you how to improve your windows?
If not, read on to learn how to upgrade your windows for little cost. |
710 S. Camino Del Rio Durango, CO
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| Video: How to Seal Window Exteriors |
Air sealing is one of the most cost-effective things you can do to upgrade the efficiency of your home.
Outside: Get it done before it is too cold out!  | | Caulking Your Windows - Things Even a Monkey Should Know |
Stay tuned: the next 4CORE newsletter will provide info about
caulking INSIDE.
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Does this sound familiar? You are sitting down to relax near a window after a long day and feel a cool draft. Your thermostat is turned to 68 (where it should be) and you are cold and NOT relaxed. Now you have to get up for a blanket or sweater, or move to a chair away from the window.
A common misconception is that your windows are drafty. However, the case may be that air is cooling and condensing along the pane and sinking down and onto you, also known as convective air flow.
Have your windows tested for just $100! This is a limited-time offer and ends November 15th. Our window test helps assess if warm air is escaping from your home through the windows, or if you might just need a covering to reduce drafts. Infrared thermal imaging will be used with a blower door to reveal air leaks. We'll help you find the best solution - whether it is insulating honeycomb blinds, window plastic, or simply air sealing. 4CORE's Tom Zajicek, nationally certified building science expert, is now taking assessment reservations. For additional information or to sign up, email us or call (970) 259-1916. |
Campaign set to launch in coming months
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Have you always wanted to go solar but didn't think you could afford it? Now is your chance!
Solarize La Plata is a volunteer community effort, spearheaded by 4CORE. This limited-time opportunity is designed to help you navigate the process of going solar and take advantage of special discounts and incentives. Solarize is:
- An easy, streamlined process for going solar
- A process that uses the concept of "safety in numbers"
- Advice on decreasing energy use in your home first, then producing energy with solar
Solarize La Plata is currently designing system offerings, engaging local lenders and working with local solar contractors to finalize details for the campaign. Stay tuned for more information about how to sign up.
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Wednesday, October 2nd:
Durango Connect celebrates the Animas River Trail and the unique City of Durango, holding hands with thousands of others to create a seven mile long human chain!
Wednesday, October 9th:
National Walk to School Day
Green Business Roundtable, 12 PM
Incubating the next farmers at the old Fort Lewis and Montezuma School to Farm Project
Strater Hotel, 699 Main Avenue in Durango
 Tuesday, October 15th
The Green MLS: Putting the Pieces Together in Your Market 12 - 2 PM (includes lunch): Peter Rusin from the Colorado Energy Office First National Bank of Durango Training Room
259 West 9th St, Durango
Learn more and register here
Stay tuned to the 4CORE calendar for more events! |
Colorado Fenestra is a locally owned and operated supplier of windows, doors, skylights and hardware. We are experienced in providing expert consultation from our knowledgeable sales staff and efficient service and delivery from our team. As a local company we are committed to our hometown and surrounding areas and are active members of the Homebuilders Association of Southwest Colorado.
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Quality House Interiors offer a large selection of window coverings from honeycomb shades to shutters. They are locally owned and operated, are licensed, insured and certified, and have been in business for twenty-one years. They take pride in their products and services, accommodating every type of budget. Visit them at 710 S. Camino Del Rio in Durango, or call 970-247-7955.
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The Home Builders Association of Southwest Colorado is a non-profit professional association of 100 member companies, all local businesses, whose diverse services include building homes, remodeling, architecture and design, real estate sales, banking and mortgage refinancing, insurance, subcontracting and material suppliers. They are affiliated with the Colorado Association of Home Builders which has more than 3,200 member companies and the National Association of Home Builders which has 216,000 member companies. All three organizations have extensive social, political and educational programs. Members employ many of the people working in our community, several thousand here locally in La Plata County. These employees provide a significant contribution to the local community.
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| Southwest Solar Transformation Initiative (SSTI) represents a regional team of public and private partners committed to advancing solar power adoption across participating municipalities within the Southwest region. SSTI is targeting communities in the Southwest because the solar resource is abundant, but its enormous potential has been largely untapped. The focus of this program is to drive solar market maturity via significant improvements in five key areas: Permitting, Planning and Zoning, Interconnection, Net Metering and Financing. |
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Thank you Local Funding Partners!
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