Comfort Ready Home Blog
Energy-efficient residential insulation, windows, HVAC and high-efficiency water heating resources for contractors and utilities.
Contractor Spotlight: Right Now Plumbing and Heating
Building a Legacy of Excellence in Montana’s Trades After seven successful years in business, Right Now Plumbing and Heating has established itself as a trusted multi-generational family enterprise in the Missoula area. With owner Joe at the helm and his son Dillon...
Contractor Spotlight: Total Comfort Weatherization’s 50 Years as a Full Service Go-to for Energy Efficiency
Celebrating 50 years of Great Service Originally started in 1975 by Jerry Page, Total Comfort Weatherization was created with the vision of insulating every wall in the Mid-Willamette Valley. Total Comfort representative Jeremy Anderson recalls the story, “Back then,...
Checking in on the Comfort Ready Home YouTube Channel
BPA’s Comfort Ready Home (CRH) program has been adding new videos to the CRH YouTube channel that demonstrate practical ways to make homes in the Northwest more comfortable and energy efficient. Here are some recent highlights: Boost Energy Efficiency & Maximize...
Contractor Spotlight: Columbia River Plumbing’s Commitment to Service and Community
Tanner and Desiree Lindstrom are the dynamic duo at the helm of Kennewick-based Columbia River Plumbing. Together, they bring a perfect blend of diverse and complementary skills to their business: Tanner is a seasoned plumber with over 29 years of experience and...
Celebrate Weatherization Day: Four Ways to Make Your Home More Comfortable and Save on Utility Bills
Every year on October 30th, we celebrate Weatherization Day and raise awareness about the importance of making homes more energy efficient and comfortable. Weatherization Day highlights the success of the Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP), which has been helping...
Field Specialist Spotlight: New to the Team in 2024
With more Northwest utilities and contractors prioritizing home energy efficiency and weatherization, the Comfort Ready Home field team has made adjustments to bolster support throughout the region. Three Field Specialists, Aaron Lazelle, Colton Taxdahl, and Miesha...
Contractor Spotlight – Peak Heat Pumps
Who They ArePeak Heat Pumps & Electric is a woman-owned and family-operated team serving Corvallis, OR, and the surrounding Mid-Willamette Valley. At the helm are Gretchen and Brian, a husband-and-wife duo who bring years of expertise and a dedication to comfort...
Mike Hughes: A Lifelong Connection to Energy
Comfort Ready Home’s Field Team Manager, Mike Hughes, grew up learning about energy. With his father working as an energy educator for Eugene Water & Electric Board in Oregon, Mike’s path was paved with lessons in conservation and innovation. Soon, he found...
Women-Owned Business Spotlight: Energy Exteriors NW
A Business Built on Trust Erin Ennis’s journey into owning her own business was serendipitous. She stumbled into the construction industry while seeking opportunities to enhance her own home; with her background in sales and entrepreneurship, she was able to turn her...
Women-Owned Business Spotlight: The Heat Pump Store
For over 13 years, Sarah Moscatello has owned and operated The Heat Pump Store, one of the premier HVAC companies in the Pacific Northwest. Headquartered in Northeast Portland, and with locations up and down the Willamette Valley, her business has long specialized in...
Mike Stothers and the Craft of Energy Efficiency
Since the 1990s, Mike Stothers has been interested in the intersection of energy efficiency and architecture. In his years working as a carpenter, he developed an eye for detail and an appreciation for the craftmanship of a beautiful house. He also understood that...
Designing the Perfect Customer Experience: Marshall’s Approach to HVAC Solutions
Changing with the Industry Throughout the years, family-owned Marshall’s Inc. has stayed relevant by focusing on hiring the right people, maintaining expertise in developing technologies and solution-based customer service. Lisa Bruckner, Chief Operating Officer at...
Connect with a Field Specialist for customized support
A Comfort Ready Home Field Specialist in your region can provide assistance with outreach and technical support for the latest weatherization, HVAC and water heating technologies. Your Field Specialist can also connect you with information about local utility incentive programs and help you work with your residential customers to save energy.
