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Buyer Interest in a Net-Zero Home Sags in Survey of Architects
Latest poll among architects measures interest in a variety of home features
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What’s the Best Way to Insulate a Basement Slab?
For new construction in the northeast, a homeowner considers XPS, EPS, and spray polyurethane foam
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Filling Rafter Bays With Fluffy Insulation
New cathedral ceiling research confirms that cold-climate builders need to follow existing code requirements
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Wingnut Testing of Soffit-to-Ridge Venting, Round 3
On site testing of real cathedral roof assemblies with a theatrical fogger
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How to Look at a House like a Building Scientist (Part 2: Heat)
A nuanced look at thermal imaging and how it can shed light on much more than heat loss
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Phoenix Gives Net-Zero House Plans to Anyone Who Wants Them
In a bid to reach carbon neutrality, the city sponsors a contest for architects and then makes the plans available for free
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Energy Department Reverses Light Bulb Standards
Advocates for tighter energy requirements claim move will cost Americans billions in higher power bills
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How to Choose a Metal Roof
If you want a roof that lasts for 50 years or more, metal is for you
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Multifamily HVAC Woes
Ductless minisplits are a more efficient alternative to the oversized heat pumps commonly found in multifamily buildings
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Frugal Happy: Epic House Update
Chris and Wen tame an unruly crawlspace and install a minisplit system