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Embarking on the Building Science Learning Curve
Lessons from two people who started down the path of knowledge by building green homes
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Vented Crawlspaces and the Psychrometric Chart
Replacing humid air with more humid air doesn't work
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The Mad Hatter, Isaac Newton, and That Old Thermostat
Ruminations on life, mercury, and the environment
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The Tail-Wagging Labradors of RESNET
Great info, a new product, and the scoop I got at the RESNET conference
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How to Install Flex Duct Properly
Following the Air Diffusion Council's standards would lead to better installations
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The Science of Global Warming Is Older Than Quantum Mechanics
The greenhouse effect and the influence of carbon dioxide have been studied for nearly 200 years
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Facing Kraft-Faced Fiberglass Batts
Should the paper facing of batt insulation face the inside or outside? The answer lies with the material's permeance.
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Air Leakage at Electrical Switches and Outlets
How I blew a gasket and exposed the hole in one air-sealing method
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The Thermal Bridge to Nowhere
How poor design affects heat transfer, comfort, and moisture problems
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The 7 Biggest Opportunities for HVAC Contractors
Forget about being the low bidder — it’s time to focus on combustion safety, ducting, ventilation, load calculations, home performance issues, and house-as-a-system thinking