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Radon vent exhaust code interpretation
Hey all,IRC 2018, https://codes.iccsafe.org/content/IRC2018/appendix-f-radon-control-methodsOn a gabled roof line, just checking that the spot of exist is the 12 inches, but also a 12" ruler would not also hit the gable…
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Running Plumbing Vents Through Walls vs. Roofs
Plumbing vents through the wall instead of roof downsides? Hey all, Ive got 7" of polyiso on the roof with metal and looking at doing the plumbing vents through the…
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Adjustable Height Range Hood
Are there any adjustable height range hoods that can be lowered closer to the stove when in use and lifted when not in use?I remember seeing one in a video,…
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Dr. Joe Lstiburek Discusses How to Insulate Foundations and Protect Exposed Exterior Foam
A lot of people wonder about how to protect the exposed exterior foam on their foundation wall (between the surface of the soil and the first floor framing). Other have questions…
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Dr. Joe Lstiburek Discusses Problems With Closed Cell Spray Foam in the Attic
In this Building Science Corp article (Oct 2023) from the father of Forensic Building Science Dr. Joe Lstiburek, he discusses several major problems that can occur when using closed cell…
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Closed-Cell Spray Foam Failure
Well, my spray foam failed. thanks for stopping by...
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Double-Sizing a Minisplit
Has anyone considered double sizing a minisplit rather than choosing hyperheat? Like many, ive compared performance ratings of minisplit heat pumps. Hyperheat is almost a no-brainer in northern states or…
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Changing Net Tarriff Rates and Solar Power
PSA on Solar in CT - What Changing Net Tariff Rates Mean for You For those planning on putting in a new resi system in CT, please be aware that…
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Crawl space joist painting…everything online is remidation, nothing is prevention?
Hey all,We have a new 100sq ft addition that is over it's own crawl space with on wall being the house foundation that is a basement. No connection between the…
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Installing Mineral Wool over FSK Batts on Foundation Walls
Basement wall insulation- mineral wool over Foil-Scrim Kraft-Faced batts? We're finishing off a basement space zone 4 mid-atlantic. There is FSK fiberglass batt against the concrete foundation wall, the ground…