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Can a solar thermal air system be coupled to an HRV for heating incoming fresh air?
Posted by Brian Billings
March 21, 2019
Solar thermal collectors
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Should I insulate my basement ceiling?
Posted by Nina Hartt
March 21, 2019
Basements improvements
1 response
What is your opinion on filling block foundations with concrete?
Posted by Nina Hartt
March 21, 2019
Foundation and basement improvements
1 response
Can you recommend an HVAC contractor in Vancouver?
Posted by Jennifer Smith
March 18, 2019
HRV and ERV
1 response
Can you dual-wire a house, part AC and part DC?
Posted by Lee Watt
March 17, 2019
Solar photovoltaic
1 response
Can I see details about the heating and domestic hot water systems of the Edelweiss house?
Posted by August Wehrmann
March 10, 2019
Heat pumps, geothermal and AC
3 responses
Should I test my home for radon gas?
Posted by Mary Anne S
March 5, 2019
Radon in Homes - Mitigation
4 responses
What is the best way to make a row house in Montreal Quebec more energy efficient?
Posted by Elizabeth Brown
Feb. 26, 2019
Wall assemblies - renovation
3 responses
Are Insulated Concrete Forms and Gigacrete panels good?
Posted by Dallin Sumpter
Feb. 21, 2019
Wall assemblies - new construction
5 responses
Basement reno - How do I effectively insulate my basement?
Posted by Steve J
Feb. 13, 2019
Foundation and basement improvements
2 responses
What is the right amount of insulation for a house?
Posted by Ryan Gerbrandt
Feb. 11, 2019
Passive solar home design
4 responses
How do I stop a leak from my attic?
Posted by Markus Duess
Feb. 11, 2019
Roof assemblies - renovation
1 response
Can you combine a natural swimming pool with a rainwater harvesting garden?
Posted by Kitty Bridgens
Feb. 7, 2019
Natural swimming pools and ponds
1 response
What are the options for radiant heat with a slab on grade?
Posted by August Wehrmann
Feb. 3, 2019
Delivery: radiant, forced-air and decentralized
1 response
For home renovation, is it better to install insulation on the inside or outside?
Posted by Neil Richardson
Jan. 29, 2019
Wall assemblies - renovation
1 response
What windows should you use when trying to build a Passive House?
Posted by Raoul Lions
Jan. 25, 2019
Windows and doors
1 response
Can I reclaim old triple slider windows?
Posted by Keanan Toews
Jan. 20, 2019
Windows and doors
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What is the best to insulate metal structures for all seasons?
Posted by Morgan Aldridge
Jan. 19, 2019
Wall assemblies - new construction
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