Roofs- Page 6 of 9
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The Evolution of an Energy-Smart Roof
A system of galvalume panels and furring strips creates a radiant-barrier roof with ventilated roof deck suitable for all climates
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Building a Budget-Friendly Unvented Cathedral Roof
To lower the cost of roof insulation, plan ahead
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A Better Way to Demo
Portland, Ore., provides a model for deconstructing houses that is better for people, the planet, and profit
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Installing Solar Panels Over Rigid Foam Insulation
Solar installers steer clear of this Passive House retrofit and the owner figures out why
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Transitioning an Air Barrier for Continuity
When moving from a vertical wall plane to a horizontal ceiling plane, it’s critical to avoid gaps
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Two Carbon-Smart Ideas in the Attic
Details on insulating and air-sealing unconditioned attics that lower embodied carbon
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Do Heat Pumps Work in Minnesota?
Yes! Gary Nelson does it without auxiliary heat
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How Heat Moves
Like structural and wind loads, the direction that heat loads travel depends on the source
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The Benefit of Larsen Trusses
Adding depth to exterior walls is a smart way to add lots of insulation
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Ducts in an Unconditioned Attic
The best place for ductwork is inside the thermal boundary of the house, not in an unconditioned, vented attic
