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Rigid Foam Board Insulation on a Cathedral Ceiling
I have a A Frame Timber Frame constructed house in Alaska that was built in 1978. Looking to repair an issue (hole) in the roof and add insulation to prevent…
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Mini Split – Heating/Cooling Unit
I'm looking to install a mini split into a Shed-Cabin and unsure of size, brand, etc to us for the project. I have small recessed electric heaters in the bedrooms/bathroom, and…
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Sealant Compatible with PEX Pipe
I have accidentally drilled a tiny hole in a Pex water pipe. The pipe is embedded in a brick wall. I wish to plug the plex pipe with underwater sealant…
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Thickness of Step Flashing
I read IRC calls for step flashing that is 0.019". All three of the roofing wholesalers in my area who contractors get supplies from each stock a different brand of…
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Vapor Barrier in Florida Remodel
I am remodeling a part of a Florida house near Tampa, climate zone 2. Upon removal of the drywall, I discovered a rotted top plate. The house has only two…
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Exterior Insulation and Vapor Barrier for Wall Upgrades
I have to reside vinyl-sided house as house wrap is patchy on the sheathing. I also have to get a new roof, due to missing drip edge. top-flared style fascia…
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Is There Such Thing as a SIMPLE Hydronic System?!
GBA Experts! I need help!My wife and I recently moved to a 1000sf house in Taos NM (Zone 5B) . The old mechanical system was a gas Slantfin boiler with…
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Michael: Need Help with Maine Codes
Michael, There is a new code officer in Waldoboro and he is trying to do a good job. He is earnest and by the book (but open to learning), and is…
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Corrugated Foam Vent Channels and Spray Foam
Contractors have historically challenged venting spray foam roof assembles in our area of Ontario Canada climate zone 6 Wondering whether anyone has had success using applied vent channels to backside…
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Foam Under Slab Foundation
I have an unconventional side project going on at my all-electric Pretty Good House. I am building an insulated hot tub constructed from poured concrete, stone, tile, etc. I am…