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Planning for Back-up Power
What is the best electric panel configuration to service a house during a power outage?
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Form and Function: Pretty Good Design
A look at how a house's size and shape impact performance, cost, and aesthetic appeal
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Grilles, Registers, and Diffusers Part 2: Return Air Pathways
Solutions to avoid pressurization problems related to closed interior doors
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Does Radon Really Cause Lung Cancer?
Establishing the risk for homeowners based on radon level, exposure time, and personal behaviors
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To Code or Not to Code
The 2024 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) is near completion, but should consumer choice take precedent?
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Four Reasons Why K-12 Schools Are Warming Up to Heat Pumps
Transitioning to modern all-electric HVAC systems in schools is a game-changer for student health and learning.
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How Good is Wood?
Comparing the repercussions of building with wood over concrete and steel
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A Few Ways to Lower Your Energy Bills
Revisiting old advice and some new tips for bringing down energy use and costs
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Do Airtight Houses Need Makeup Air?
Airtight houses experience negative pressure, which could reduce airflow—that may or may not be a problem
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Critical Details for Ductless Heat Pumps
Trouble-free performance begins with properly installed line sets that pass rigorous testing for leaks