Energy, Heating & Insulation Archives - Page 18 of 904

One-story w/ basement insulation
February 12, 2022

I have a one story older home with uninsulated basement walls. I am looking to keep the main living area more comfortable/energy efficient. Presently, the main floor (basement ceiling) is…
Attic Insulation
February 6, 2022

I have a 1969 built ranch home with a full basement. We live in the snow belt and this is our 2 winter in the home. The access to the…
EnerLux Windows Fiberglass
February 1, 2022

Greetings,Has anyone ever heard of EnerLux windows and Doors? They are located in Crete, Nebraska. They are currently working on a quote for me. I really like their customer service…
Propane pressure for old Williams cabin heater
January 27, 2022

I have a 'normal' appliance connection between my propane outlet and the heater. An a/c guy suggested if I put in a bigger diameter connection to the heater I may…
BEST PRACTICES ?? – Insulating around a window
January 12, 2022

Hi. I am about to insulate around a window in my house that has large gaps on either side of it between the framing and the window frame. The gaps…
INsulating an old masonry building
January 11, 2022

I was recently listening to FHB podcast ep. 417. They talked to a gentleman who is an expert on insulating masonry buildings. It seems to me his advice was all…
Vapor retarder with Rockwool on a brick veneered house?
January 10, 2022

HI.My home was built in 1952 has a brick veneer with a 1″ space between the back of the brick and the Celotex (fiberboard) sheathing, then 2 x 4 studs.I…
Connecting Pre-existing Roof Jack to New Range Hood Vent
January 8, 2022

I while back, I built a small building in my backyard with a roof that was framed with 2×12 joists (framed dead flat), a 3/4” plywood deck and tapered styrofoam…
Residential electric versus gas heating & cooling
December 31, 2021

I see where Denver, CO is looking to limit new gas connections for homes.https://denverite.com/2021/01/26/denver-aims-to-ban-natural-gas-from-the-menu-of-energy-options-for-new-homes-and-buildings/I have a home near there and my ducted gas furnace (a cheap furnace that is 20…
Attic Insulation
December 30, 2021

1950 house with old batt insulation in attic floor 900 SF house. Attic has a window on each side. When new roofing was installed they opened up the roof with…

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