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surface bonding cement versus lime treatment on interior face of CMU foundation
I have an 1960's CMU foundation/walkout basement with brick exterior above grade- climate zone 4. I am deciding what treatment to use on the interior of the above grade CMU…
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Wall assembly for old house with cedar shingles, foam sandwich risk? Zone 4a
I'm in climate zone 4A. The house is over a century old, wood-framed, has old board sheathing, is leaky and has true 2x4 studs.I'd love feedback on this wall assembly…
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Corbett Lunsford Discusses New Innovations at the 2024 HVAC Show
This Youtube video has a lot of information on cool products and innovations that are coming to market.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6I3rW12oJp0&t=19sI was particularly interested in the new Sharp Airest mini-split air conditioner and…
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Recommendation for whole house power monitor with independent phase amperage readings?
Although I've followed code, I think I'm pushing the limits on my 200 amp breaker panel. I'm 100% electric. Over the years, additional loads have been added (second washer/dryer for…
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JM Spider vs. BIBs
I see a lot of comparisons between cellulose and JM Spider but not much comparison between Spider and BIBs. Are the Spider and dense pack fiberglass essentially the same…
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Broan balanced HRV reduced flow & noise issues.
UPDATE (3/7/24): The grinding was caused by a small piece of loose fiberglass insulation caught in the return blower. Then, adding a few feet of 6" insulated flex duct (not…
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Simple Modeling for Choosing Windows
I'm in the design phase of building a house in Washinton State (Trout Lake) Hot summers and heavy snow winters. Working with an architect and builder, and we're going for…
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Roofing Ventilation + Attic Ventilation
For context, I live in Austin, TX and I have an unconditioned, vented attic with a perfectly average shingle roof. Due to a hailstorm a little while back, the shingle…
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Insulation options for cathedral ceiling.
For an unvented hip roof over a cathedral ceiling / living space, do I have any options beyond closed cell spray foam?
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Squamish BC Infill bldg – Ventillation
Hello All,My name is Mark Keschbaumer, a residential designer in Squamish, BC, Canada. Long time reader - first time poster. I been designing homes for 25 years, many of which…