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Ventilating Dehumidifiers for Better Indoor Air Quality
An IAQ solution for ductless HVAC systems
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Residential Post-and-Frame Construction, Part 3: Installing a WRB
Atypical framing, no continuous sheathing, and cold temperatures make installing a water-resistive barrier challenging
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You Probably Need an ERV, Not an HRV
The choice between an HRV and ERV depends on mositure control needs based on the conditions of outdoor air
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Planning a Furnace-to-Ducted Heat-Pump Retrofit, Part 6: Commissioning and Customer Education
The final steps in this six-part series about transitioning away from fossil-fueled furnaces in favor of all-electric heat pumps
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Residential Post-and-Frame Construction, Part 2: Foundation
A frost-protected shallow foundation and in-floor hydronic heat ensure optimal interior conditions and occupant comfort
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Planning a Furnace-to-Ducted Heat-Pump Retrofit, Part 5: Installation
A run-through of the key components and considerations for installing a heat-pump system
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3 Facts About Dew Point Temperature
Understanding the causes of condensation is the first step in controlling it
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Planning a Furnace-to-Ducted Heat-Pump Retrofit, Part 4: Zoning and Equipment Selection
An in-depth explanation of how to choose the right heat-pump-driven HVAC system
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Can Uninsulated Ducts Damage Your Siding?
Conducting cold air through bare metal ducts in an exterior wall causes condensation problems in a hot-humid climate
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Retrofitting a Hot Water System
Instructions for adding a new water-distribution manifold and smaller pipes to decrease the time it takes for hot water to reach faucets
