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Load Calculation Dissagreement
I was performing a customer interview before performing an energy audit. All of the customers complaints clearly pointed to an oversized A/C system: High Humidity, unit turning on and off…
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Is code min really enough for unvented roofs?
In my readings of exterior insulation requirements for condensation control, I noticed the interior assumption is 70F @ 40RH. However, is this really a realistic specification? Generally aren’t temps and humidity…
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Tool and Procedure Name for calibrating stale air collection ports?
Hi. I am in zone 4a and have about finished installation of my ERV. I have a ductless mini split heat pump, so the ducting I have is only for the…
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Finding a Qualified HVAC Contractor in CT
Our build in CT is finally getting started, but there's one aspect that isn't 100% nailed down yet - the HVAC. The house is a ~4,500 sqft two-story with a…
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Insulated well covers that won’t need aux heat for zone 4?
I am looking for recommendations on either a ready to use well head cover or specs on how to build one so that I won’t need a heater or light…
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Code on placement of anchor bolts in bottom plate of 2×6 width-wise
Anyone know the code for bottom plate anchor bolt placement from the short edges 5.5 inch (2x6)?I am not talking about the min. OC or from ends of boards, but…
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QuietWalk underlayment around vents
Hello,I'm putting QuietWalk Plus over Advantech and then Amorim cork planks over that. My question is, should I do anything special around floor vents? Should I tape the QW down so…
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Greywater system: p-traps and vent?
In my new workshop I'm going to have a floor drain for car runoff and a utility sink. The drain will run through a filter bag to a drain basin…
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Polyiso inside 2×6 wall?
Hello, I've started in on some conceptual designs for a renovation project that was built in North central Vermont in 2006 and have discovered some interesting wall assembly details. From…
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have heat pump water heaters improved in the last 2 years?
I'm beginning to seriously consider installing a heat pump water heater but I see many complaints about Rheem that are ~3 years old, with few comments less than 2 years…