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Ducts in an Unconditioned Attic
The best place for ductwork is inside the thermal boundary of the house, not in an unconditioned, vented attic
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How to Spot Misleading Electric Heating Efficiency Claims
Understanding the two primary types of electric heating
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Wall Sleeves: The Accessory You Never Knew You Needed
Sealing wall penetrations should be part of every minisplit installation
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Cheaper Solar Power Will Help Low-Income Families
With the right kind of help, the benefits of rooftop solar could be extended to more homeowners
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Heating Historic Houses With Heat Pumps
Is a 1850s Colonial a good candidate for a heat pump system?
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The BS* + Beer Show: Roof Venting: When, Where, Why, and How?
A discussion about trusted assemblies and newer methods and products
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Mouse Mystery
Dozens of mice were entering our house. But how?
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Using a Blower-Door Test and Interpreting the Results
An introduction to the technology and calculations for measuring a home’s energy performance
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Strategies for Preventing Wood Rot
Correctly using and detailing lumber and other wood-based products adds to their longevity, which means we should be doing it on every job
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Code Development Changes Could Silence Voter Voices
International Code Council weighs changes that would limit input from building officials