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January 10, 2009

So what do you do about insulating the walls in a room that's being gutted in a 150+ year old house where the studs are really 4" deep? If you…

January 10, 2009

Hello all, I am working a project that needs a small area sprayed with foam. I was hoping that someone here might point me in the right direction as to…

January 10, 2009

I just wanted to start this thread to see what everyone thinks green means. Go.

January 10, 2009

I just purchased a package of R 30C fiberglass batts. They are 8 1/4 inch thick and made for cathedral ceilings. I want to use them in my attic where…

January 10, 2009

I'M BUILDING NEW. Went to a local company for HVAC insted of taking bids because they've been around for a long time and have a good reputation. I asked for…

January 10, 2009

What did either of you base your sizing on?  Has anyone done a Manual J calculation on your home to determine what you need? Tu stultus esRebuilding my home in…

January 10, 2009

I'm blowing (tonight!) some cellulose over FG batts of varying depth in my attic. How deep does the cellulose have to be effective? There are some areas where I have…

January 10, 2009

Hi Folks,   I have a question,I built a new home and have a moisture problem. Its framed with 2x6's and has typar wrap on it and vinyl siding.The windows…

January 9, 2009

In my new home I have a sealed combustion boiler, sealed combustion fireplace, air exchanger (zoned) for bathroom venting, and an electric range.  My inspector is insisting that I install…

January 9, 2009

Almost afraid to ask how much they will cost. And looks like you will need to frame your house with 2X6 studs. http://www.ebuild.com/articles/articleId.840125.hwx Would like to see these come on…