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Best Practices in Energy Efficiency for Alaskan Homes

January 19, 2026

There are certain parts of the country where nature is stunning, but the conditions can be harsh. Alaska is one such place. You get the benefits and beauty of open spaces and breathtaking scenery, but unfortunately the harsh winters can also take your breath away. As a result, homes in Wasilla Alaska need to be built with the best energy efficiency for both survivability and affordability. At Hall Quality Homes, we understand this and build our homes to meet and exceed energy standards.

Energy costs, especially heating, are one of the biggest expenditures for Alaskan residents due to the heavy snow loads, extreme temperatures, and limited daylight. As a result, a home’s insulation, windows, and heating system are vital to running an energy efficient home that affords comfort without breaking the budget.

Heat loss results because heat naturally flows to cooler areas. As a result, if there are gaps or poor materials in ceilings, walls, floors, and windows, heat will escape, which results in the heating system working harder and longer than it should, driving up costs. This is why insulation, heat distribution and air sealing are particularly important in Alaskan homes. The goal is to use multiple layers to create an envelope around your home, sealing in the heat and reducing energy waste.

Insulation is key and there are various types of insulation depending on the part of the home. A good builder will use a combination to best fit specific needs. Spray foam and blown-in cellulose are both good for filling irregular spaces and filling gaps and cracks that can be left behind with other types of insulation. Fiberglass batts are another excellent choice, especially in exterior walls to keep warm air inside. Rigid foam insulation is often used for foundation walls, garage slabs, and exterior sheathing. At Hall Quality Homes, we use a variety of insulation types, down to insulated sectional garage doors.

Air sealing is also important in controlling condensation and frost problems. Typically the use of caulking, weatherstripping, and sealants around windows and doors prevents unwanted indoor moisture that can get into insulation and freeze. In addition, double-pane, low-E argon windows help to maintain a consistent temperature.

With a well-insulated home, your heating system shouldn’t have to work as hard, yet you still should have a quality system that can handle Alaskan weather. We use a 95% efficient, gas-forced heating system that will move warm air throughout your entire home. Condensing technologies mean that 95% of the fuel’s energy is converted into usable heat, making it highly effective and energy efficient. In addition, we use a heat recovery ventilator thatmakes the furnace even more effective.

To learn more about our role as an industry leader in energy efficiency, reach out and contact us today. We’re happy to explain the ways we use the best in energy efficient materials and systems to make our homes in Wasilla Alaska warm, comfortable, and affordable.

This post was written by Hall Quality Homes.