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A High-Performance Spec House
A team approach creates an energy-efficient and environmentally friendly house for a growing market
Retrofitting a Ceiling Fan
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.
How to deal with an oversize AC unit
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…
Small House, Built Right
Think $50 per square foot and $50 a month for utilities are unattainable? Government-sponsored research proves otherwise.
Energy-Saving Thermostats
Easy to install, these programmable gizmos can save money and keep you comfortable.
How to Insulate a Shed Roof
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…
Boxing ductwork for a dropped ceiling
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,…
Breathing Fresh Air Into Bathroom Ventilation
Powerful, quiet exhaust fans and their smart switches have made it easy to avoid mold, mildew, and stale air in the bath.
Sizing a plumbing vent
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…
Design a Home that Keeps You Cool, Naturally
With passive cooling, the strategy is to let in the breeze, keep out the sun, and stay comfortable when things heat up outside.

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