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6 Ways to Ventilate Homes in Humid Climates
Pros and cons of six systems designed to keep indoor air fresh, dry, and comfortable
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Zip System Panels as Primary Air Barrier
Detailing for control over air leakage in a net-positive house
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Three Types of Ventilation: Pros and Cons
An overview of code-compliant ventilation systems and key considerations when choosing between them
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How to Air-Seal an Attic Access
Strategies for creating an air barrier at three types of attic access points
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Concrete-Free Slab: Foundation-to-Wall Connection
A cost-effective method for detailing the transition from stem wall to wood-framed wall to meet zero-energy goals
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Oversized HVAC Equipment
Manual J Load calculations can be manipulated to suggest heating and cooling demands that are said to require inappropriately sized systems
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Air-Sealing a Chimney Chase
Common chimney systems and tips for sealing this problematic area prone to air leakage
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Converting Heat Pump Capacity Between English and Metric
How to convert BTU per hour or tons to kilowatts and vice versa
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Residential Post-and-Frame Construction, Part 5: Insulation and Air-Sealing
Thoughts on working with mineral wool board and batt insulation and a smart vapor retarder for an air barrier
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Impact of Internal Gains on Energy Usage
Sources of waste heat and how it contributes to energy performance
