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How long should you wait before finishing a new basement?
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Basements improvements
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Does radon gas have an odor?
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Feb. 17, 2023
Radon in Homes - Mitigation
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Can I use thermal evacuated tubing with a Legalett radiant air system in a raft slab?
Posted by kathryn saunders
Jan. 20, 2023
Renewable energy
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Would a Legalett in slab radiant heat system be better than a heat pump?
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Jan. 20, 2023
Delivery: radiant, forced-air and decentralized
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Dec. 1, 2022
Heat pumps, geothermal and AC
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What's the best way to insulate over a stucco wall?
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Nov. 28, 2022
Wall assemblies - renovation
How do you properly insulate a cinder block foundation walk out?
Posted by John Smith
Nov. 17, 2022
Basements improvements
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What is the best way to do interior and exterior insulation in a cold climate?
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Nov. 17, 2022
Wall assemblies - new construction
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Where can I sell used lumber from a structure I'm removing?
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Nov. 11, 2022
Recycled and Reclaimed Materials
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Which vinyl flooring is best for a concrete surface to withstand water damage?
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Flooring and stairs
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Which rigid insulation is made with high recycled materials?
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Nov. 10, 2022
Insulation and soundproofing
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Nov. 10, 2022
Wall assemblies - new construction
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Where can I find an eco manufactured prefab home to place on pasture land?
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Architecture and plan design
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how do you repair a hole in drywall from a towel rack?
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Sept. 29, 2022
Walls and ceilings - interior surfaces
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What does it cost to build a passive solar home?
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Sept. 15, 2022
Architecture and plan design
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Do I need to install a vapor barrier on top of basement concrete floor?
Posted by Belinda Blankenship
Sept. 9, 2022
Basements improvements
How do you build a natural swimming pond?
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Aug. 12, 2022
Natural swimming pools and ponds
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Aug. 12, 2022
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