Energy, Heating & Insulation Archives - Page 11 of 903

December 5, 2022

I have a coil of 1/2" IPEX Kitec tubing I would like to use for a loop of hydronic floor heating.  I have learned it has been recalled and is…

November 29, 2022

I am looking for clarification for when to operate an HRV using the Humidistat control vs. the Boost control.  Also, does the boost control need to operate with the prior…

November 28, 2022

Hello - I am working on a renovation of a 1960's home in climate zone 6A in northern NY. My current wall assembly is comprised of cedar exterior siding, tar…

November 26, 2022

My home is a 20 year colonial style house in Connecticut. On cold winter mornings (below 20 - 22 degrees), condensation forms on many/most of the windows. Indoor humidity ranges…

November 22, 2022

Happy Thanksgiving!I have been doing my usual OCD researching and math on natural gas HWHs and am would like someone to please check my logic. The results that I came…

November 19, 2022

I'm renovating a 1975 Midcentury Modern house.  It needs both a new roof and new roof insulation, but the current roof is not vented.Based on advice I've gotten on this…

November 19, 2022

I bought a balloon type fireplace plug that installs below the damper.  Long story short......not so good.  Anybody have any better solutions?  Next step is to build a frame with…

November 2, 2022

I have a new construction project with a sealed & conditioned crawl space. The crawl space will be insulated with 4” of Roxul Comfortboard at the interior side of concrete…

October 29, 2022

We're gradually replacing all of our exterior pine trim with Azek (for long-term upkeep and to repel woodpeckers who are putting holes in several corner boards).  Unfortunately, one of the…

October 27, 2022

I have a 40 year old house in fire country CA. Winters are 40's for lows but snow is possible on occasion. Summers can go into 90's.I have already upgraded…