Green Building News!- Insulating Crawl Space with Existing Vapor Barrier/Radon MitigationShould the existing vapor/radon barrier be removed, rigid insulation added to the walls and earth floor, and then reinstalled (on the 'warm' side)? Or would rigid insulation with taped seams…
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- Thoughts on proposed HVAC for detached garage in PortlandWe're starting to build a 1000 sq ft detached garage in Portland (CZ 4C). I'd like to keep the garage at a tolerable temperature in both winter and summer, so…
- Sheathing: plywood+Blueskin vs ZIP systemSo the Advantech sheathing option from my previous discussion is out. Can't get it. So that realistically leaves me with two options: plywood with Blueskin fully-adhered WRB vs. Zip system.…
- Zip system assemblyHiI am currently building a house in Montreal Canada wich is cold in winter and very hot and humid in summer.The wall assembly is:- brick- 1 inch air gap- R6…
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Warmer Weather Still Needs Insulation
So much depends on the weather, and how we live within it. When you experience a severe change to the weather, either warmer or colder, as a home owner, it creates physical changes in your home. Consider Phoenix Arizona, which … Continue reading
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