Energy, Heating & Insulation Archives - Page 17 of 904

Spray and Batt – Basement insulation idea?
March 18, 2022

Hello, In an attempt to insulate the basement more, stop some mild condensation on the concrete walls, create a vapor and thermal barrier and make it warmer, I am thinking…
Air sealing question
March 18, 2022

Hello,I have been approached by some homeowners with a SIP timber frame house built in the 90's which has black water dripping down from the beams in the late winter…
Mini split heat pump on roof deck?
March 17, 2022

I have a mini split system that is used primarily for cooling (zone 6). It was installed on the ground in my tiny, urban backyard. I'd like to move it…
More affordable thermal break in climate zone 6 with Bonfiglioli inspired walls
March 16, 2022

My partner and I have been designing a home in central Maine (climate zone 6). Originally we had been planning on using 2×6 studs with rockwool batts in the cavity…
Stained Drywall
March 13, 2022

I have the dark staining of drywall in an apartment that we renovated 8 years ago. We have Mitsubishi Heat Pump and the cathedral ceilings and walls were done with…
Mini splits with hydronic radiant
March 7, 2022

I'm progressing through a complete remodel/rebuild and plan on using hydronic radiant heat. I'm in climate zone 5. I want to be able to install some form of air conditioning…
Installing electronic ballasts when replacing T8’s with LED
March 4, 2022

Hi, I have an old building where I'm replacing fluorescent T8s with LEDs, putting Type A into the existing mounts. I quickly found that because the ballasts are old magnetic, …
Attic insulation ideas
February 28, 2022

I'm looking at insulating my Attic. It previously had holes drilled in the attic floor and 7" off insulation between the attic floor and the room ceiling. I'm probably going…
Wall Covering Options for Old, Uninsulated Home
February 17, 2022

I have a 1920's era home in Oklahoma with original wood siding. We are doing a kitchen remodel (among other things) and have gone down to the studs in the…
HVAC design
February 14, 2022

Looking to get the load calcs and duct design for my home, new construction. Does anyone have a recommendation of a company?The area of VA I live in doesn't check…

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