Energy, Heating & Insulation Archives - Page 22 of 903

August 4, 2021

Hi.. the situation referred to is in a single story rancher zone 4a northeastern Maryland. I currently have non vented roof made of  4x6 exposed beams 4’ o.c. through out…

August 3, 2021

Hopefully my poorly draw picture attached will show my issue.  I'm in the Seattle WA area climate.  My house is 22 years old.  Original spec home.  I'm a new owner. …

July 31, 2021

Climate zone 2 - all brick, one-story 2400+ sq house.We are to choose between 2x6 studs with full fill open cell spray foam insulation on the inside part of the…

July 28, 2021

I have a 3 story build with the back third of my top level being above a crawlspace. By code it needs to be conditioned. House will be heated with…

July 15, 2021

My son just moved into a new modular home and the arc fault breakers are giving him headaches. microwave trips the breaker every time if the oven is on. (and sometimes…

July 10, 2021

Hello All,As the subject implies, I'm wondering about the best way to insulate a crawlspace here in coastal Virginia. Our code requires R19 insulation in the joist bays but, everyone…

June 30, 2021

The circuit which powers the ceiling lights in my garage has unexpectedly gone dark. I installed the electrical and it has worked for over 20 years. I am in need…

June 26, 2021

What is the best lumber species for rebuilding window sill. Window is 116 yo

June 26, 2021

I have a south facing room that’s all windows and gets direct sun all day. Would applying window tints cool that room down.  If yes any brand recommendations.

June 14, 2021

I just bought a condo which has two uninsulated 8' garage doors.  I like to work in my garage, and live in Virginia, so keeping it cool in the summer…