Building Code Questions- Page 56 of 68
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Vermont septic system laws
I have two questions for those familiar with VT septic laws: 1. What's the best way for an owner-builder to save money on a septic system? 2. What's the best…
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Stud spaces as air ducts
Are there any code issues with using the stud spaces of interior walls (dry walled) as forced air ducts?
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Can plywood furring be placed between two layers of WRB?
Here's my exterior wall composition: - Drywall - 1x3 furring strips - Vapor Barrier - 2x6 @ 16" insulated with R20 pink wool - Insulated BP R4 Structural Panel (1"…
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R values – examples of commercial applications
I am trying to narrow down a list of commercial applications that require the following R-values: R-4 R-8 R-12 R-15 R-20 R-27 The applications are more for partitioning large areas…
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Attic?
I'm likely to use the Panaonic ERV bath vent fan(s). Is it permissible to use the vented attic as either the source or destination of this kind of ventilator?
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Plumber over-notched the joist. Plywood repair?
I have an 100 year old house, we wanted to put in a 2 piece bath. However, the area where it was to be installed needed joist repair; it had…
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Clarification on 2009 IRC code requirement vs what’s stated in article on building a Cathedral Ceiling
From the article I read: (i capitalized what im trying to get clarification on) If you want to install a combination of rigid foam ON TOP of your roof sheathing…
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Footing depth?
The location I'll be building has a " frost depth" requirement of 42". I'm planning on "insulated" footings set on a drainage layer of coarse crushed rock. My question is…
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Code requires updating windows during a siding repair?
Our condo complex recently had a major repair to one of the buildings due to water damage within an exterior wall. This required removing the brick and replacing the material…
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Vapor retarder, sealing and ventilation – what to do with an old 1960’s ranch?
Hi, I am an owner builder and I have a humble question related to vapor retarders for the experts, nerds and a like on this forum. I have been reading…