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mini splits for hydronic
May 9, 2019

I'm doing an addition for a customer where there is no mechanical space in the architects drawings. Heat is all hydronic radiant, AC is forced air.i originally thought geothermal but…
Help venting an old porch roof that was converted into a living space (with photos)
May 1, 2019

Hi,I recently purchased an old 1930s home and am hoping to properly vent an old porch ceiling/roof that has been converted into a living space. In the photos (here: https://photos.app.goo.gl/yxgQiHykFhopxoGd8) you will…
Wiring problem
April 25, 2019

Light went off in the upstairs bathroom. Power is to the light, then to the switch, with white wire at the light box taped black for hot. Strange voltage measurements:hot…
Benefits of under-slab insulation when thermal break can’t be done?
April 22, 2019

We're building our first house. It's in the PNW near puget sound (zone 5). We have our footings and stem walls poured and are about to do the slabs shortly.…
Air tight Can Lights from below ceiling
April 16, 2019

I just installed 6" IC23W Air-Loc Juno brand can light housings in our addition. I did not install a box in the attic around each can light to make it…
Open Cell on top of Closed Cell foam
April 11, 2019

My renovation has finally started and I am looking at replacing a LOT of rodent infested batts on the attic ceilings with spray foam to the underside of the roof…
Insulation Options for 1950s Exterior Wall with Fiberboard Sheathing
March 26, 2019

Doing a gut and addition to a 1950s ranch house. Currently there is no insulation in the exterior walls and there is asphalt-impregnated fiberboard sheathing. Pulling the existing veneer off…
Partially Finished Basement – Insulation Question
March 26, 2019

Hello all - new fan of the forums/hoping for some insight regarding basement insulation... I recently moved into a Cape Cod style home built in 1939 in southern Minnesota. Half of…
Advice and questions on air sealing attic
March 25, 2019

Hey everyone, I'm looking for some tips and advice on some recent upgrades I have taken on. While expanding/remodling the master bedroom I have uncovered a few DIY mistakes made…
Insulating 1920s house
March 24, 2019

I live in Western New York. My house was built in 1920. I gutted the spare bedroom and removed the plaster and lath. From the inside to the outside I…

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