General Questions- Page 57 of 1409
-
how do you get a concrete contractor to give you a quote?
Is there a secret handshake or something? I managed to get a couple of quotes for excavation without much trouble. It has been a different story for concrete. I've contacted…
-
I’m looking for details for both rigid foam above roof sheathing and staggered stud walls. What’s the best way to get them?
Am I able to use those in the detail library?
-
Insulated Skylight Curbs
Has anyone seen these curbs or have any options on them? I'm unsure of the use of plywood in this orientation but given the corner posts and appropriate attachment to…
-
Rockwool Comfortboard 80 Under Radiant Slab?
Hello,My builder wants to use Rockwool Comfortboard 80 for insulation under our slab-on-grade for a house in Maine. I'm open to this, and certainly would prefer it over rigid foam,…
-
Revit 2025 carbon accounting
I’m curious if any designers using revit have tested out its new carbon accounting feature in insights. I have played around with its energy modeling and have found it lacking…
-
Help resolving noise from heat pump outdoor unit (southern NH)
Can anyone in the region around southern New Hampshire (Merrimack) recommend an HVAC contractor who has the skills to resolve an issue with noise (vibration) transmitted from the outdoor unit…
-
Heat pump upgrade path with old furnace and new AC
If the AC is new but the furnace is old and likely needs replacement soon, or at least an expensive repair (the inducer is whiny). Is there an economical path…
-
Low- or medium-static slim ducted mini split for 2nd floor?
We're in the process of gathering some estimates for a slim-ducted mini split for our 2nd floor, and we're hoping to get some opinions on whether a low- or medium-static…
-
Smart air/vapor control membrane needed?
Ok. I finally air sealed and insulated my living room. Now comes the question of a Smart Vapor/Air barrier. Details My house is 86 years of age. It consists of…
-
Ductwork Condensation Potential in Conditioned Attic
Hello,I'm in climate zone 4A. Does ductwork need to be insulated to prevent condensation in a conditioned attic when 50 CFM per 1000 sq/ft of attic floor area is being…