Ventilation Systems - Page 7 of 10

A team approach creates an energy-efficient and environmentally friendly house for a growing market

With common-sense wiring and the right hardware, you can replace an existing light fixture with a breeze in almost any room in the house.

Q: Although I’ve sealed the crawlspace where the ductwork is, my house is extremely humid. My AC unit can’t dehumidify because, I suspect, it’s too big. What can I do other…

Think $50 per square foot and $50 a month for utilities are unattainable? Government-sponsored research proves otherwise.

Easy to install, these programmable gizmos can save money and keep you comfortable.

Q: I’m planning a small shed-roofed addition that will tie into my house’s gable roof just above the eave. The rafter tails will be exposed with no soffit. I’m considering…

Q: Our company is having difficulty putting up dropped ceilings efficiently. Actually, boxing in the ductwork is what slows us down. How can we be more efficient? Jeffrey Nixon, West Chester,…

Powerful, quiet exhaust fans and their smart switches have made it easy to avoid mold, mildew, and stale air in the bath.

Q: When I was a plumber’s helper in the 1960s, we used a single 2-1/2-in. galvanized pipe to vent back-to-back kitchens and bathrooms. Nowadays, though, I see 3-in. vent pipe…

With passive cooling, the strategy is to let in the breeze, keep out the sun, and stay comfortable when things heat up outside.