Green Building Techniques- Page 11 of 325
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Cutting and installing EPS tips
I have about 350 sheets of EPS, 1”, 2”, and 3” that I’ll be installing below grade in a few weeks. It’s all 15psi for what it’s worth. Is the…
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Drainage plane between exterior insulation layers?
Hello! Have a question on drainage planes when using multiple layers of exterior foam insulation. Would you recommend doing a textured drainage plane on the face of the sheathing AND…
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Eco-Friendly Approach Home Security in Florida
In today's world, balancing home security with environmental responsibility is increasingly important. Thanks to advances in technology and a shift towards sustainable practices, it's possible to achieve both. This article…
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Improve this basement structural detail
Hi all, Wanted to get your opinion on this detail. How would you improve it? For example, what are your top three favorite waterproofing methods? What brands do you love? Add insulation at…
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Cut-and-cobble polyiso in 40+ year-old cathedral ceiling?
SUMMARY: Is cutting-and-cobbling polyiso into an unvented cathedral ceiling in CZ-2 (hot/humid) safe (re: condensation/rot under decking), if the decking has lasted 43 years with no decking rot, fiberglass batts…
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Bet You Will Think this ADU Was Misguided
https://www.washingtonpost.com/home/2024/03/05/energy-efficient-net-zero-adu/She used spray foam inside the walls in addition to zip-type framing... and spent 200,000 to build a 600 sq ft apartment over a two-car garage.
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Rim Joist Insulation – Exterior Foam, No Capillary Break
I'm in climate zone 5a (New Jersey)and have 1" of exterior XPS insulation. My sill plate sits directly on the concrete foundation wall with no capillary break. I don't have…
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What are the cost coefficients for applying pretty good building techniques?
Recently, I was given some feedback that the kind of strategies I was looking to use in a new home are 'complicated' and 'add a lot' to the overall cost.…
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Roof & Attic Questions
Hello all, I am looking for some feedback/advice on a new roof and existing attic design, specifically what if any changes need to be made. Apologies for the long post.House…
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Critique my non-vented low slope roof?
Hi there,I'm designing a 4-season cottage just north of US climate area 7a (Kenora, Ontario, Canada), and attempting to get an R-60 roof.I've read up as much as possible here…