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Storm windows, shutters, or? – for insulation.
I'm designing a 12' x 16' workshop/studio that has a mono-slop roof. The ceiling on the tall end is 12' high, running down to 8' on the short end. That…
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Is my Multi Split working properly?
I have a ASHP multisplit installed in 2021– one outdoor unit running two indoor units in two separate rooms. I am in climate zone 5A. My understanding has been that…
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Caribbean Remodel – Mold, Insulation
We are renovating a 10 year old house in the Cayman Islands, and a lot of the local customs don’t align with best practices in my experience.This house is built…
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Cathedral Ceiling Insulation No ridge vent
Hi all,I am currently remodeling my home and wanted to know how I should tackle this job. My cathedral ceiling has no ridge vent along my roof ridge but there…
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Roof insulation advice (rock wool vs foam board)
$12K Difference for Rock Wool v Rigid Foam Board for Roof Insulation Live in a leaky house built in 1700s with a uninsulated field stone basement with water issues, decaying fiberglass…
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Best way to insulate a vaulted gambrel roof?
We are in the planning phase of a project in Conifer, CO (8300’). Building a shop with ICF walls/floor and open span Glue-lam rafters from Starwood rafters. Living space will…
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To spray, or not to spray (Zone 3a SE, 140+yr. Historic 3 wythe)
Long time listener, first time caller here. Love the community and appreciate all of the contributions and support.We have a renovation project underway in a ~140 year old 3 wythe…
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Where is the love for ICF?
The more I read and watch YouTube on high performance building / air tight envelopes it seems like there is no love for ICF. It looks like the consensus is…
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Ductless mini-split condensate drain
Hi all- I have two ductless minisplits installed in a new construction residence. Both indoor head units have gravity condensate drains. I now need to determine how to terminate these…
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Thermaray Electric Radiant Ceiling Heating System?
Anyone have experience using a Thermaray Electric Radiant Ceiling Heating System? The main company seems legit (https://thermaray.com/residential-radiant-ceiling-heaters/), but the nearest distributor to me has no address on their site (https://premierenergyusa.com/)…