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Home Comfort Tactics

Eric Gans -Certified Home Energy Auditor

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This podcast will help homeowners understand the places and ways in which their homes are losing energy and it is not as obvious as it may seem. Have you heard of home performance? It is not new, but it is about to explode on the scene! Listen to recorded discussions about what we find in the Maryland housing stock that leads to nagging comfort problems and high energy usage. Insulation, air sealing, duct leakage, blower door testing, and many other building science topics will be covered, i ...
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Listen in to Yavapai County Contractors Association’s Hammer Time with Sandy Griffis for a personal, funny, and bright introduction to the local area’s businesses, construction companies, nonprofits, and individuals who live and work in our local area. This down home, earthy show lets you meet and connect with the people managing your projects and building a successful life here in Yavapai County.
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Welcome to the Welcome to the Connected Data Podcast. Connecting Data, People and Ideas since 2016. Community, Events, Thought Leadership. For those who use the Relationships, Meaning and Context in Data to achieve Great things. Bringing together Leaders and Innovators in Knowledge Graphs Graph Databases Graph Analytics / Data Science / AI Semantic Technology Stay tuned and dive into our diverse content. Engage, network, learn and share ideas and best practices. Presentations, Masterclasses, ...
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What does reasoning have to offer? How does it add so much value to data? Who is using it and why should I care? All questions that we’re delighted to answer. Access to data has exploded over the last decade, but it leaves us asking what to make of it all? Often lacking quality, reasoning is required to enrich data by adding context and insights, s…
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An AI tsunami is on the rise, and the past few months have only amplified it. To survive it and thrive in tomorrow’s economy, organizations big and small must rethink the way they do business. To do this, a radical shift in the way they work with their data is needed. And no, we don’t mean Big Data. By now, most organizations have gotten their Big …
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Sandy is walking around the YCCA Garden Show, talking to the many full booths about what products they have to share. Hammer Time is brought to you by Yavapai County Contractors Association: ycca.org Distributed by Cast11, Prescott’s Podcast Network: CAST11.com Follow us on Facebook: facebook.com/CAST11AZ Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/cast1…
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In this episode, we talk to Kyle Kahl of Truly Green about getting your grout, tile, and carpet with healthy solutions. Truly Green Carpet Cleaning is a family-owned-and-operated company servicing Prescott, Arizona, and the surrounding areas. We provide carpet, rug, tile, grout, upholstery cleaning, and related services to residential and commercia…
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Graph-based technologies became first-class citizens in various industries and many practical applications. Still, building performant and reliable machine learning pipelines over graph data, e.g., graph machine learning applications and products, remains a non-trivial task. This panel discussion brings together academic and industrial experts from…
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Today we talk with Ephraim about Hay, Hay, and more Hay! Founded by Cory Pritchard and Eph Balow, Hay Plus Farms has one goal and that is to better suit the livestock feed and supply needs of our customers. Whether you are buying a single bale or multiple semi-truck loads they have the ability to serve your needs. Their mission is to be the best pr…
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After the Eclipse, we're gonna talk with Tom about all your agriculture machinery needs. From Greens to Yellows he's got answers! Founded in 1968, RDO Equipment Co. sells and supports intelligently connected agriculture, construction, environmental, irrigation, positioning, and surveying equipment from leading manufacturers, including John Deere, V…
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Today we have Bryce Cox, Richard Alexander, & Paul Kreider from Arrowseal to talk about getting your ducts in a row! Air ducts that is! Arrowseal- "We use the most effective, affordable, and viable methods for saving you money while reducing energy consumption. From our initial consultation to installation and maintenance, you won't find a company …
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Easter candy is everywhere this week! As the crew munches down on their favorite sweets, Mitch showcases what his business can do for you, and how important certain checkups are to prevent the damage from happening in the first place. "Get Right Mitigation is a Locally Owned and Operated Restoration Company that specializes in Water Damage, Mold, A…
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After the amazing breakthroughs of machine learning (deep learning or otherwise) in the past decade, the shortcomings of machine learning are also becoming increasingly clear: unexplainable results, data hunger and limited generalisability are all becoming bottlenecks. In this talk we will look at how the combination with symbolic AI (in the form o…
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Spring has Sprung! The spring equinox is here, time for Sunscreen, Shorts, and new Decks with Crosby Home Services. Hammer Time is brought to you by Yavapai County Contractors Association: ycca.org Distributed by Cast11, Prescott’s Podcast Network: CAST11.com Follow us on Facebook: facebook.com/CAST11AZ Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/cast11_…
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David hops onto the show to discuss some local food, gathering volunteers in the community, and veteran assistance. Hammer Time is brought to you by Yavapai County Contractors Association: ycca.org Distributed by Cast11, Prescott’s Podcast Network: CAST11.com Follow us on Facebook: facebook.com/CAST11AZ Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/cast11_…
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In this episode of Hammer Time, Patrick Kuykendall joins Sandy to discuss the local community and everything that goes into it. Listen in now! Hammer Time is brought to you by Yavapai County Contractors Association: ycca.org Distributed by Cast11, Prescott’s Podcast Network: CAST11.com Follow us on Facebook: facebook.com/CAST11AZ Follow us on Insta…
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In this episode of Hammer Time with Sandy, Bryn Stotler and Vinnie Gallegos discuss the roads, transportation, and bicycle lanes of the Central Yavapai Metropolitan Planning Organization. Hammer Time is brought to you by Yavapai County Contractors Association: ycca.org Distributed by Cast11, Prescott’s Podcast Network: CAST11.com Follow us on Faceb…
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This podcast episode from "Home Comfort Tactics" delves into the story of a homeowner in Rockville, MD, named Alex, who faced a perplexing condensation issue in their new home. Despite numerous consultations with experts, the problem persisted, causing discomfort and energy inefficiency. The host, an experienced energy auditor, was approached to he…
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What do graphs have to do with novel hardware architectures for AI workloads? Graph processing is the key to unlocking new architectures, as much as new architectures can boost execution of graph-oriented workloads. As machine learning-powered applications are proliferating, the workloads that are created in order to serve their requirements are ta…
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In this episode of Home Comfort Tactics, we dive into the Home Electrification and Appliance Rebates (HEEHR) program, a cornerstone of the Inflation Reduction Act to make homes more energy-efficient. We explore how the program's $4.5 billion fund is helping low- and moderate-income households afford crucial upgrades like heat pumps, electric stoves…
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Andy Gottman & Maggie Reynolds bring brisket and pulled pork to the studio, and share all the juicy details on Nellie’s BBQ in Dewey, AZ. Find Nellie’s BBQ on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Nellies-BBQ/61551130891841/ Stop by: 171 South State, Route 69 in Dewey, AZ Tuesday through Saturday, 11 AM - 6 PM Or call: 928-237-5264 Hammer Time …
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Sandy is joined my Melinda Wochner from Permit Pushers. Permit Pushers is Arizona's oldest and most respected Permit Expediting Service. Since 1994, they have been providing professional building and development permit services throughout the United States. https://permitpushers.com/ Hammer Time is brought to you by Yavapai County Contractors Assoc…
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Sandy and Mike are joined by local attorney Mike Menlove. Together, they delve into Mike’s journey back to his hometown to open Menlove Law. The conversation covers serious topics like the concerns and dangers of AI legal advice, the Corporate Transparency Act, and the importance of will and estate planning. https://www.menlovelawprescottvalley.com…
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While mathematicians have used graph theory since the 18th century to solve problems, the software patterns for graph data are new to most developers. To enable "mass adoption" of graph technology, we need to establish the right abstractions, access APIs, and data models. RDF triples, while of paramount importance in establishing RDF graph semantic…
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The Moyer man himself, Mike Moyer, stops by the studio to cover anything and everything related to your home’s heating and cooling; filters, upgraded systems, Carbon Monoxide, humidity and more. Visit https://moyershvac.com/ to learn more about Moyer's Heating and Cooling. Hammer Time is brought to you by Yavapai County Contractors Association: ycc…
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Sandy and Mike are updated on the wide world of roofing, thanks to Roger Barton and Badger Roofing. Hammer Time is brought to you by Yavapai County Contractors Association: ycca.org Distributed by Cast11, Prescott’s Podcast Network: CAST11.com Follow us on Facebook: facebook.com/CAST11AZ Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/cast11_podcast_network …
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What you may find a little different about my approach to explaining the Inflation Reduction Act HOMES Rebate program is that I try remembering when I was a homeowner and a window contractor. I did not know or understand anything about the whole-house approach or how it could change how I think about comfort and energy use in my home. When some of …
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Sandy and Mike are back at it with a great conversation with Rain Hall, General Manager of Granite Dells Storage. Hammer Time is brought to you by Yavapai County Contractors Association: ycca.org Distributed by Cast11, Prescott’s Podcast Network: CAST11.com Follow us on Facebook: facebook.com/CAST11AZ Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/cast11_po…
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It’s a full studio for the first Hammer Time of 2024! Sandy is Mike-less today, but the backup crew is well-staffed; Bill Edmunds from Renovations, Marc Vetere from Manzanita Landscaping, Ed Bailey from Northern AZ Desert Dogs, Jeff Falls from Haley Construction, and Steve Blair from Blind Brothers Arizona. Hammer Time is brought to you by Yavapai …
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Overview of the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 (H.R. 5376): Two years ago, the United States government introduced the Inflation Reduction Act, a bold move with a whopping $8.8 billion earmarked specifically for Home Energy Rebates. It is a significant investment in Home Energy Rebates and should highlight the importance of getting these improveme…
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Taxonomies are the duct tape of connected data. They seem simple, flexible, and familiar. They are widely used. And they seem to work across many use cases and many domains. But when looked at in more detail, taxonomies turn out to be crude tools for knowledge organization that are very difficult to create, to scale, to adapt, to align, and to buil…
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Today, Sandy and Mike sit down with Chief Building Official Carrie Holmes & Building Safety Unit Supervisor Warren Colvin. Tune in for some exciting and bittersweet updates about all that is going in the Yavapai Building Department. Hammer Time is brought to you by Yavapai County Contractors Association: ycca.org Distributed by Cast11, Prescott’s P…
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Thank you for listening! If you would like to learn more about my home performance company or get in touch, please visit https://www.hometrustremodeling.com or https://ericgans.com. Unlock Your Home's Full Potential - Hometrust Remodeling, Your Trusted Partner in Maryland Home Performance Learn more at homeairleakagetest.com Watch this stuff on You…
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Kent Phillips of Pur Solar brings the energy into the studio today. Tune in for updates on the solar industry, relevant tax credits, and great conversation! Hammer Time is brought to you by Yavapai County Contractors Association: ycca.org Distributed by Cast11, Prescott’s Podcast Network: CAST11.com Follow us on Facebook: facebook.com/CAST11AZ Foll…
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What is Connected Data, and how is it interesting from a market point of view? Knowledge Graphs have reached peak Gartner hype. Graph data science and graph AI are the fastest growing areas in AI. Graph databases are the fastest growing category in enterprise software. Add to this the historical foundations of graph algorithms and analytics and sem…
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Leslie Jenkins & Damon Olsen of the James Beard Family Prescott YMCA stop by the studio. The YMCA has always been an important part of our community, and now they are growing! Hammer Time is brought to you by Yavapai County Contractors Association: ycca.org Distributed by Cast11, Prescott’s Podcast Network: CAST11.com Follow us on Facebook: faceboo…
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Sandy and Mike are joined by a crew of event-planning Elves from Arizona’s Christmas City. They give us the details on the entire slate of Downtown Prescott Holiday events! Starting with the Light Parade and Bonfire right after Thanksgiving, to the NYE Whiskey Row Boot Drop- there’s something for everyone! Find out more at https://www.experiencepre…
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Flying is a part of the Leighnor DNA. Lance Leighnor stops by to talk about Leighnor Aircraft; aircraft rentals and flight training offered right here in Prescott. Visit www.leighnoraircraft.com or call them at 928-499-3080. Hammer Time is brought to you by Yavapai County Contractors Association: ycca.org Distributed by Cast11, Prescott’s Podcast N…
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I am a Certified Energy Auditor in Maryland. I have had several revelations over the past several years, and this important one is about replacement windows. I am a contractor and a homeowner who fixates on personal comfort in my living space. I like to share my experiences with home comfort and remodeling so that you can make decisions that are li…
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Sandy and Mike welcome the owners of Prescott 24/7 Storage, Mark Van Wormer & Goeff Hyland. They are brining new levels of access and convenience to storage in Prescott- no annoying open/close times, great customer service. They even drop a coupon code for Hammer Time listeners. But ONLY if you stay out of the left lane… Visit the Prescott 24/7 Sto…
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We are joined by Bill & Marci Edmunds, the husband and wife team behind Renovations. The gentlemen of the show talk about the importance of “Yes, Dear.” Listen in as we discuss supply chain ripples still in effect from COVID, in building materials and ice cream. As well as how much sense it makes to renovate your home when in a crazy housing market…
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Matt Greenlee's time as a YCCA Board Member has come to an end, and we are very sad to see him go after 14 wonderful years. He stops by the studio today to talk about exciting new tile vendors in the Greenlee showroom, the nuances of Engineered Quartz, and his fancy new heated countertops. The gang is hungry for pie- October is Pizza Month! Get in …
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The studio is jam-packed today as we welcome an entire crew from Summit 4x4 Co. Joining us are Laurie Cwikla, Victor Torres, Zachary Sharpe, and Jesse Wasil; the team behind Trails 4 Tatas. T4T is an amazing off-road fundraiser to support Prescott Area breast cancer patients. Trails 4 Tatas was started in 2020 by Summit 4x4 Company as a means of sh…
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If you live in Maryland and want to learn more about the insulation R-values you need in the different areas of your home, this video podcast can help. You need to measure insulation through a slightly different lens. Rather than focusing on which insulation is better, achieving the recommended R-value for specific areas of your home's shell is mor…
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Bob Davis and Magnum the Min Pin stop by to talk about today’s steel buildings and their benefits; affordable, multi-use, and can go up at a break-neck pace! Barndominiums are all the rage, and we examine all the necessary precautions and planning to take before diving into your steel building project. Contact High Desert Buildings & Barns at (928)…
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Getting a home energy audit is one of those things that many do not fully comprehend the benefits of until the assessment is complete. At that time, a well-trained energy consultant will be able to walk you around your home and illuminate issues that you have likely been walking right past for many weeks, months, or in some cases YEARS! Don't wait …
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Heidi Dahms Foster and Pilar Hemry join us to share all the details on the 2023 Prescott Valley Healing Field of Northern Arizona. They lead a team of Volunteers, Local PD, CAFMA, and others every year to set up this incredible September 11th memorial display. A tradition stretching over 11 years, Prescott Valley’s Healing Field display draws area …
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Sandy and Mike welcome Kay Sydow to the show, she is the Water Resource Project Manager for the City of Prescott. Learn how Prescott homeowners can save, not only water, but hundreds of dollars through the many conservation rebates offered. For more information on rebates or any other water topics, contact Kay Sydow at 928-777-1130 ext. 5012. And b…
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Continue your journey to better home comfort with part two of my fall bucket list of things you can do to make your home more comfortable. I have helped hundreds of Maryland homeowners attain a better quality of life regarding their home comfort. This podcast's mission is to break through to homeowners and help shape a new way to think about your l…
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Start your journey to better home comfort with my fall bucket list of things you can do to make your home more comfortable. I have helped hundreds of Maryland homeowners attain a better quality of life regarding their home comfort. This podcast's mission is to break through to homeowners and help shape a new way to think about your living space, wh…
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As an energy auditor, certified through the local Maryland utility, I am responsible to help homeowners figure out solutions for their damp or cold crawl space and explain to them in easy-to-understand ways the benefits of insulating it right. 00:00 How Can this Episode Help? 02:48 Recent Crawl Space Visit 04:52 The Reason this Encapsulated Crawl S…
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This episode of Home Comfort Tactics shares several exciting and interesting ways you can think about your house as a system. Chances are that your house will have at least one of the things on the list that might be neglected. I was once an unsuspecting homeowner (and contractor simultaneously) living in uncomfortable houses and paying for new HVA…
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ROAD TRIP! This time, Sandy and Mike are the ones joining Jason Miele, on location inside the Miele Floors Showroom. Miele Floors is a small family-owned business, locally owned and operated in Prescott. Jason has been working in the Prescott flooring industry for over 20 years. He has been involved not only in flooring but also in various aspects …
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