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Halo Exterra rigid exterior insulation - has anyone work with it?

Posted by George Shannon Jan. 21, 2020 Insulation and soundproofing 12 responses

Which exterior insulation is best to create at thermal break in an bungalow in Alberta?

Posted by Rebekah Barnes Jan. 17, 2020 Wall assemblies - renovation 1 response

Combo structural sheathing, WRB and thin insulation panel in Ontario?

Posted by Steve Bull Jan. 14, 2020 Walls and Roofs 3 responses

What is the best foam board insulation under drywall?

Posted by Wesley Pracht Jan. 11, 2020 Wall assemblies - renovation 3 responses

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Posted by Amélie Pearson Jan. 9, 2020 Insulation and soundproofing 1 response

Can I purchase XPS made with HFOs?

Posted by Kate Noblio Dec. 14, 2019 Insulation and soundproofing 3 responses

How do you install rigid insulation to the outside of a brick house"

Posted by Gordon CASWELL Dec. 13, 2019 Wall assemblies - renovation 1 response

Is Condensation on Windows a bad sign?

Posted by Greg Olmstead Dec. 12, 2019 Walls and Roofs 1 response

Is the ZIP sheathing system good or bad for water control?

Posted by Trevor Prinz Nov. 26, 2019 Walls and Roofs 5 responses

What's the best lumber for framing a house?

Posted by Natalie Pierce Nov. 21, 2019 Wall assemblies - new construction 1 response

How to fix condensation on ceilings?

Posted by Jessica Sadler Nov. 13, 2019 Walls and Roofs 1 response

Compared to pre-fab wall assemblies - how does ICF Construction fare?

Posted by Shaun B Nov. 12, 2019 Wall assemblies - new construction 2 responses

Is it OK to put 1 inch of EPS under vinyl siding with no wall insulation?

Posted by Roger Smith Nov. 12, 2019 Wall assemblies - renovation 7 responses

What are your thoughts on using large flax straw bales (4x4) to build in Saskatchewan?

Posted by Al Birchard Nov. 11, 2019 Wall assemblies - new construction 3 responses

How to insulate an apartment you don't own?

Posted by Teresa Cunningham Oct. 21, 2019 Wall assemblies - renovation 3 responses

How do you insulate a ceiling and finish it on the inside with wood?

Posted by antonija klotz Oct. 20, 2019 Roof assemblies - renovation 1 response

How do you insulate a cathedral ceiling?

Posted by Raoul Lions Oct. 19, 2019 Roof assemblies - new construction 1 response

What is the best way to seal around windows?

Posted by Bryan Squirrell Oct. 8, 2019 Windows and doors 1 response
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