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In-Slab Ductwork Retrofit
Hi GBA Community - hoping for some advice on how to approach in-slab ductwork that we have on our old house. For context, we're in the midst of planning a larger…
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Matt Risinger and Longboard Aluminum Siding
Here's a nice looking metal siding product called Longboard that should last decades. I was surprised to hear that it is made from 14 gauge metal - usually siding is…
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Improving Flat Roof Insulation on Existing Home
Hello house enthusiasts,I’m hoping for some confirmation/correction/advice in plain English regarding improving insulation on my existing home.The details:Northern NM, built 1986, <1,700sqft, single story, stucco exterior, 2x12 roof joists spaced…
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ZIP tape rolling quality checks
I'd like to preface this by saying that there are no builders in our area who are willing to even attempt to build to a high standard in terms of…
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too much insulation?
I am building a very simple ADU, 20 x 24 with a simple gable roof and double stud walls. One level, slab on grade. Southern Maine, zone 6I am planning…
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Insulate attic rafters without spray foam
I have a poorly insulated existing attic that I would like to improve. The attic is ventilated with soffit and ridge vents. The floor of the attic is insulated with…
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Article on “the hidden cost of mini-splits” – hit job or real issues?
https://www.boston.com/real-estate/home-improvement/2024/02/21/hidden-costs-mini-split-heating-ac-system/My first thought on reading this article was "I smell gas" - the natural gas lobby, that is.I read what I could find here, and got the impression that with…
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Insect screen for weep holes?
My house has late 1980s aluminum frame windows. I get a lot of problems with these tiny flies getting in (and possibly reproducing once they are in). My guess is…
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Old house insulation follow up. – Spray foam, mineral wood, interior rain screen, Membrain
We ultimately decided to demo the walls and now have full stud cavities accessible. It was about 60% full of (settled) blown-in cellulose from 30-40 years ago. They are currently…
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Unvented roof assembly
Currently framing a home in Southern California (climate zone 3A), that contains “California Gables“. The hip roof is framed with a few small sections that contain a gable framed on…