Energy, Heating & Insulation Archives - Page 148 of 903

April 13, 2010

I was the one who started the thread about how I should heat 4 separate units that I'm remodeling. After a lengthy discussion with the fire inspector and building inspector,…

April 8, 2010

Due to remodeling (increasing the open span between the dining and living room from 4' to 10') I have eliminated one of two return air ducts in the central area of the house. Will this affect…

April 8, 2010

We have just purchased a partialy built log home in central Alberta and we need to insulate and seal the roof.  The ceiling is vaulted over the main living area…

April 3, 2010

My husband and I would like some advice on installation of cellulose insulation for a finished attic renovation.  We are finishing off our attic (3rd floor) as a master bedroom…

March 31, 2010

Is it wise to apply semirigd insulation over top of tyvek (TYVEK over OSB)?

March 30, 2010

Hey guys. I am an electrician in NYC.  The city only started allowing Romex use a few years back and I think I've done 1 job with it.  It's tough…

March 30, 2010

I'm having some electrical work done in an outbuilding at our recently purchased home. The work involves a service upgrade from one 200 amp service to one 320 amp that…

March 24, 2010

I've been using 1/4" foil/foam/foil insulation on a limited basis in some of my remodeling projects. It is rated R-7 in horizontal use and R-10 in ceilings. This isn't the…

March 24, 2010

As I get rady to start a radiant heat project using the staple up system, I was wondering about insulation. I have heard various ideas about how much and whether …

March 24, 2010

What's the story with washer/dryers? They seem to be popular in Europe, but I've heard rumors that they can leave clothes soggy. Any thougts on the matter???? I like the…