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January 8, 2003

I am starting on a attic transformation, from non occupied to a bedroom,  and I recently read a article that stated if I go with  Icynene insulation I do not need ventilation…

January 8, 2003

I am rebuilding my cottage in Quebec and converting it into a permanent home. I have been investigating various types of heating systems am leaning towards a radiant floor system…

January 8, 2003

I have been hearing many different views on wheter to use blown in insulation behind existing plaster walls.  Some say that not to insulate is bad for the heat loss…

January 8, 2003

due to the different in temp from the attic to the heated area, my exhaust (fart, hood) pipe are creating condensation. The mosture is leaking water unto the stove. What…

January 8, 2003

Greetings All, Our 18 year old furnace's burners are cycling on and off at 10 second intervals once the heater has run for approximately ten minutes.  The fan continues to operate during…

January 7, 2003

I am finishing the 2nd floor on my 1938 brick cape. It is a full-height 2nd floor that I have insulated and heated this past season. I have 3.5 ft high…

January 7, 2003

Is anyone aware of a web site that discusses the effeciencies of the distance of a hot water heater and the locations where the water is used? I ask because…

January 7, 2003

I have to replace my oil fired boiler and hot water system with a new one this spring.  I live in the northeast and have a southern facing roof and…

January 7, 2003

Old house, old wiring w/ four 15 amp circuits:  Can I install kitchen track lights w/ 4 or 5 heads w/ 50 watt bulbs each? Or blown fuses in our…

January 6, 2003

I have an Evcon furnace, model # DLAS075BDD that I pulled out of a mobile home. It's only about 6 years old, so I want to use it to heat…