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Should you keep duct work out of the attic?

Research has shown vented roof with air tight attic can save 20% energy. Have you done that before? And suggestion for new 2 story build ?   I don’t fully under...

Posted by Frank Liu July 23, 2020 Ventilation 1 response

How would I rectifiy problem of foundation wall cracks with finished basement?

...walls had been insulated but not on a portion of the basement walls that were not finished on the interior. I have dug down about a foot on the exterior walls a...

Posted by Terry P July 22, 2020 Basements improvements 3 responses

How would I detail the connection between the wall and floating slab?

Hello all, I am an architectural designer who, personally, love slab on grades. However, one big worry I often have is water damage at the base of the wall. Due...

Posted by Brendon Fraser July 17, 2020 Slab on Grade 2 responses

Is it common to insulate the Plumbing lines for modern buildings?

...walls, replacing plumbing lines. Contractor says no insulation is required for building plumbing lines. Only wall insulation. I know many modern buildings (even...

Posted by Babak K July 17, 2020 Plumbing and water heaters 2 responses

What is the best material to use for wall and roof insulation?

...walls can dry, also read about the importance of air barriers for energy efficiency and durability. If walls are not built with airtightness and an ability to d...

Posted by Babak K July 12, 2020 Insulation and soundproofing 1 response

What is the best underfloor insulation type for radiant floor heat?

Hi I am planning to retrofit our 1960s 3bed semi here in Ireland.  We have a suspended timber floor and I intend to lay electric underfloor heating under lamina...

Posted by David Irwin July 12, 2020 Heating and cooling 1 response

What is the best way to insulate a home from the outside?

...walls inside and out, keep the structure but add insulation to the inside but also the outside of the walls so we don’t lose too much space inside. Do you have ...

Posted by Sylvie Gagnon Dec. 12, 2017 Wall assemblies - renovation 1 response

Which type of hot water pipe insulation is best?

...walls of the pipe, which protects nearby building materials from the risk of any water damage.      

Posted by Cooper Dec. 11, 2017 Plumbing and water heaters 1 response
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