Historic 1880 brick home- insulation alternatives
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Good day, I am trying to make my historical ( old school house) brick home warmer for the Winter, anything new with regard to this?
I live in WNY region, and my heating bills run $ 400/month? I love this home, and would love to stay put where we are.
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Winky,
Start by reading this article: "Insulating Old Brick Buildings."