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What do I use in a dropped basement ceiling for soundproofing?
Posted by Melissa Pickett
Oct. 10, 2020
Insulation and soundproofing
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Where can I find supplies for a green roof?
Posted by Nadia Naderi
Oct. 8, 2020
Roof coverings
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What is the ground temperature 4 feet down in Sudbury, Ontario?
Posted by Paul Bullock
Oct. 8, 2020
Concept and design
What is the best way to finish a basement with exposed pink fiberglass insulation?
Posted by Claudia Fieo
Oct. 6, 2020
Basements improvements
What permits do I need to start building prefab commercial Additional dwelling
Posted by danny babson
Oct. 1, 2020
Planning and Design
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Does marmoleum comes in sheets like linoleum?
Posted by Deanna Willer
Oct. 1, 2020
Flooring and stairs
1 response
How much for a 1200 square foot house will it cost me to finish the slab
Posted by Walter Hale
Oct. 1, 2020
Slab on Grade
1 response
What insulation should you use to cover the ground GEODESIC Dome?
Posted by Vincent Warwick
Oct. 1, 2020
Insulation and soundproofing
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What is the best way to insulate a Multi-material wall?
Posted by Steve J
Sept. 29, 2020
Wall assemblies - renovation
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What type of framing is best to reduce CO2 emissions in a single family home?
Posted by Rachel Rodd
Sept. 28, 2020
Wood and organic materials
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Can you put a fireplace in a hyper sealed plastic wrapped A rated home?
Posted by Kerry Forides
Sept. 24, 2020
Wood stove and biomass heat
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Do you buy leftover lumber?
Posted by Marty Clinton
Sept. 23, 2020
Recycled and Reclaimed Materials
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Can you use Hemp insulation to insulate a metal structure?
Posted by Jen Moffat
Sept. 23, 2020
Insulation and soundproofing
1 response
Where can I buy hemp batt insulation in Canada?
Posted by Jen Moffat
Sept. 23, 2020
Insulation and soundproofing
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We are looking to build a slab on grade, do we need radiant heat?
Posted by Scott Self
Sept. 21, 2020
Delivery: radiant, forced-air and decentralized
2 responses
Can you install a slab on grade foundation in the Fall and leave it over winter?
Posted by Matthew Gioia
Sept. 21, 2020
Slab on Grade
1 response
What are solar battery storage alternatives?
Posted by Sasha Nazarchuk
Sept. 21, 2020
Renewable energy
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Do natural swimming pools need retaining walls?
Posted by Michael Applegate
Sept. 21, 2020
Natural swimming pools and ponds
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