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I have many issues with my house where should I start?

Posted by Bryan Squirrell Sept. 29, 2019 Wall assemblies - renovation 1 response

Have you heard of Gigacrete and is it any good?

Posted by Sasha P Aug. 29, 2019 Wall assemblies - new construction 6 responses

In your Edelweiss house you use 2x6 studs. Why not use 2x4 studs and add 2" rigid on the inside?

Posted by Tom Wagar Aug. 25, 2019 Wall assemblies - new construction 1 response

Is a vapor barrier necessary under a concrete slab with foam insulation and if so, where does go?

Posted by Grady 22 Aug. 17, 2019 Air and vapour barriers 3 responses

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Can you put hemp insulation in an attic?

Posted by Pamella Weatherly-Phillips Aug. 16, 2019 Roof assemblies - renovation 1 response

Do frost lines where studs are on a wall show a failure of spray foam insulation?

Posted by Gerald Crozier July 22, 2019 Insulation and soundproofing 1 response

How you vent a metal roof?

Posted by Kim jarrett July 12, 2019 Roof coverings 3 responses

Can you spray foam a house from the outside?

Posted by Joan Lawrence July 11, 2019 Wall assemblies - renovation 3 responses

Can you use a vapour retarder paint on the ceiling instead of using a poly vapour barrier?

Posted by Anwas Qwelten June 8, 2019 Air and vapour barriers 2 responses

Can I spray foam insulate from the outside?

Posted by Kurt Klischuk June 6, 2019 Wall assemblies - renovation 3 responses

What do you think of insulated T Studs in Canada?

Posted by Lee Watt June 3, 2019 Wall assemblies - new construction 1 response

What is the best way to frame window openings when adding exterior insulation?

Posted by Anwas Qwelten May 30, 2019 Windows and doors 1 response

How do you Insulate a 3 season cottage?

Posted by Terry Skindilias April 23, 2019 Wall assemblies - renovation 4 responses

What type of Insulation can I use on the exterior of my home?

Posted by Scott Muller April 18, 2019 Wall assemblies - renovation 5 responses

What is the best insulation Under 2" Cement flat Roof in NYC?

Posted by Rafael Mor March 29, 2019 Roof assemblies - new construction 1 response

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

How do I stop a leak from my attic?

Posted by Markus Duess Feb. 11, 2019 Roof assemblies - renovation 1 response
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