Energy, Heating & Insulation Archives - Page 24 of 904

Ducted Mitsubishi Mini Split in encapsulated crawlspace update: Geothermal installed!
May 9, 2021

We're thinking of putting a 36,000 btu Mitsubishi ducted mini split in our encapsulated crawlspace. It is about 5 feet high and approximately 490 sq ft. Are we creating a…
home heating
April 18, 2021

We are building a small cabin (900 sq ft+/-) in northern vermont and am wondering about central heating. What is the most efficient way to heat this space? We are…
Carl
April 14, 2021

I am building an near passive house with an unvented crawl space . The perimeter is insulated with foam on part of the perimeter and comfort board on the rest.…
Where to purchase VIG units for residential steel casement windows
April 12, 2021

VIG units like Pilkington spacia or similar look like a great investment for anyone wanting to keep their original single pane window frames. Is there a problem with residential sale…
will this insulation upgrade cause a problem with exterior gypsum sheathing
April 12, 2021

location Z2 Houston TXExisting wall sheatrock, 2x4 studs, 2" rockwool, gypsum sheathing, siding [ top half horizontal 1x4s and vert t&g siding -- bottom half 1" gap and brick with…
HVAC Surge Protection
April 8, 2021

With HVAC systems having so many circuit boards, is it advisable to install surge protectors near the AC and Heating units? Of the available units, which provide the best possible…
Vapor Retarder?
April 5, 2021

Building a new home in climate zone 5. We have R-23 Comfort bat going in the walls with R-3 Zip wall going on the outside. Do we need a vapor…
Will closed cell spray foam at the rim joists increase rot potential?
April 3, 2021

I am working on a 2 story 100 year old decorative (rock face) concrete block house in Climate Zone 4. It is a modified balloon frame with 16oc floor joists…
Kneewall Insulation
March 29, 2021

I have an attic converted to a bedroom and the crawlspace is insulated with rock wool between the joists and foam board (isolofoam) with a rating of R10.1 covered with…
HRV or ERV (and which brand?)
March 26, 2021

My 30-year-old vanEE HRV is worn out and I'm looking for a replacement. I live in Maine. I don't honestly know whether an ERV might be a better choice -…

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