Walk On By
Start outside and check the foundation for cracks and gaps, electrical outlets, and water faucets. Inside, you can stand by windows and doors and feel drafts with your hand, but it’s better if you can ‘see’ the air leaks. You can invest in a professional smoke pencil (around $35) or even a Wizard Stick, a science toy that produces fog (around $25). A thin stream of smoke or fog directed toward the window frame makes it easy to spot where the air — and your money — is going.
Make a list of where the leaks are and check out Energy Star’s tips on locating air leaks for additional techniques.
Get Rated
It’s easy to have a home energy audit done by a professional, but for DIYers, Energy.gov has a great home audit checklist, and Energy Star has the Home Energy Yardstick to help you do it yourself. This will give you an idea of where your home is and should be on the energy efficiency scale.
If you want a professional to do the job, you may qualify for state aid for the audit and repairs. Look at the Database of State Incentives for Renewables and Efficiency (DSIRE) for policies and initiatives by state that can help save you money when it comes to making your home more energy efficient.
Fast Fix
Plug and caulk holes caused by penetrations such as electrical outlets, and seal leaks around windows and doors using caulk and weatherstripping. Outside, use spray foam insulation to fill holes. Replace window glazing to keep the seal tight.
Fixing air leaks will make your home more energy efficient. You’ll feel warmer in winter, cooler in summer, and, perhaps best of all, you’ll save on monthly utility bills.
Great winter project for you flippers! Short sale approved at a new lower price in North Oxford! Welcome to 14 Marcam Village in North Oxford which is a small quiet community of single family style detached homes with exclusive in ground swimming pool that is convenient for commuters! First floor features a full kitchen that is open to the dining room and back deck. Full living room in the front with a first floor full bedroom! Half bath features laundry! Second floor has two very spacious bedrooms and a full bathroom. Previously finished basement offers additional space for a family room or home office. Priced at $20k below assessed value this is a true “gem” for the buyer who doesn’t mind putting in some light sweat equity.


Start your real estate investment portfolio with this condo in Framingham or add to your existing portfolio but just do it! Positive rate of return from the start with a fully rented (long term tenant) or renovate and collect a higher rent (TAW)!
Excellent spot to put your new construction home and with a new price! 2.54 acre lot in Wales abutting Degregorio Conservation Area just south of the Brimfield line on Haynes Hill Road. Peaceful…easy access to the Mass Pike in either Sturbridge or Palmer…and ready for your spring build plans!
Looking for a chef’s kitchen? We have one here! Top of the line finishings and maximum work space make this kitchen a show piece with cherry cabinets, recessed lighting, granite counters, hardwoods and a vaulted ceiling.
stunning master bedroom and bath. Not a detail was missed with the renovation including new roof, furnace, electric, plumbing, windows, foundation, lead paint compliant with whole house dehumidifier system. But that is just the boring mechanicals! How about the sunken court yard and granite patio!


Yes – gas heat (and central A/C for the summer) and NO shoveling with a garage! Great price for entry level home buyers in Ashland. Enjoy this multi level town home in the very popular Captain Eames Circle with easy access to the commuter rail in Ashland, Framingham and Southborough! And yes pets are welcome!


Do you want character? Do you want natural woodwork with a striking stair case entry foyer? Have you seen the pictures of this amazing house with great yard and barn! Easy commute to Mass Pike. USDA qualifying for zero down. NEW PRICE! What is stopping you?
Go to the study with fireplace through the pocket doors or wander through the front to back living room to the dining area, pantry and sun room. Large kitchen with sliders to the deck overlooking the pool and back yard. Updated electric, plumbing, heating and bathrooms.


Amazing opportunity for new construction at this price! This waterfront lot is Hardwick is offering a lovely 2 bedroom ranch with finished basement at a steal! A perfect country get-a-away every day for you when you get home. Expandable and affordable solid home featuring solid wood cabinets, granite counter tops and finished basement with a full bath and laundry. Nearly 600 feet of waterfront river frontage on 1.4 acres for you to enjoy swimming, fishing, canoeing or just sit back and enjoy the quiet country with the sounds of the river. Green built to ICC standards and upgrades available above base price. Energy Star Home! Only 20 minutes to Worcester and the Mass Pike. Permits and septic design in hand and the builder is ready to break ground. Call with questions! Financing available!

Are you looking for a colonial in Canton? Look here! Spacious 3 bedroom colonial with large kitchen that opens up to a huge back yard!
appliances, breakfast peninsula and sliders to the back deck. Fireplaced living room with hardwood floors as well as
an additional family room with hardwoods and custom cabinets can also be used as a formal dining room.
YES! We have a very competitive price for this top of the line home in Northborough which is sure to make your budget happy! Call you mortgage broker to check the numbers and then visit our open house on Saturday 12/5 12pm to 1:30 or schedule a private showing.
New flooring through out the entire house. New windows and doors! Insulated attic with pull down stairs for storage! Detached garage with custom new patio! Sellers want you to have a one year home warranty as part of the purchase because they want this to be a worry-free home for you!
If you’re cold inside your home this winter, odds are it’s because the heat — which you work hard to pay for — is escaping. It’s rushing out through 