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We’re trying to finalize details with our builder for the metal siding and roofing and there are a couple details I’m not quite sure of…1. The siding is vertically hung…

Hello everyone,I recently purchased a new sofa, and I’ve noticed a strong chemical odor coming from it. After doing some research, I suspect it might be dimethyl fumarate (DMF), which…

The potential for huge reductions in air leakage should encourage homeowners to investigate their options

Our siding contractor will be taping all exterior OSB seams with Siga Wigluv 60. Should we have him skip taping the seams on the garage and just do our air…

I'm deciding on a minisplit for a new build and having never done a specification before, I'd like to check my theory against the intuition of an experienced designer.  Several…

Recently installed an ERV and going through first winter.(Glad I didn't choose an HRV to make sure we lost enough humidity!).The ERV is working well, the condensation I used to…

Hi,These window are install below a 24" roof overhang and normally I would still install a drip cap cover the window trim. The difference here in this case is the…

I have the opportunity to buy some reclaimed high-density GeoFoam ($400 for 24 2" 4x8 sheets) for a basement interior insulation project. My plan would be to use a double…

I just bought a home that was built in 2021 that has HVAC mechanicals and ductwork in the attic. I plan to create an unvented attic with open cell foam…

Good afternoon everyone. I know that this question has been asked a thousand times and answered more than that but I haven't found an exact answer that seems to fit…

Hi all, anyone have a building performance consultant in the DC / NoVa area they recommend?

We're redoing the exterior of our 2001 home and were advised here to tape the existing OSB seams prior to installing the WRB (Tyvek Commercial). We are in the North…

We're formulating plans for the possible build of a small "Pretty Good House" this coming year. At this point we're considering a basement.  Locally almost all of the basements are…

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An argument for applying the strategic planning and management tool to residential remodeling projects

Hi all!I'm looking for some help settling on a retrofit roof assembly for my new-to-me farmhouse in Ontario, Canada (Climate Zone 6). The tricky part is that there are so…

Climate 3A/4A - N. GA areaWe're doing a reno on a 2001 house. We're air sealing the home by taping the exterior OSB seams before installing Tyvek Commercial. Do we…

I have an air to water heat pump that I am preparing to install. The house has two floors as well as an attic. The 1st and 2nd floors will…

Hello.South Louisiana home constructed approximately 1867.The question relates ONLY to the front wall of the home which is approximately 12' high (interior) x 36' wide (interior). The front wall has…

having a metal shop make me a drip edge as seen below in the photo. my choices are 20-24 gauge copper or 24 gauge 304 stainless steel.... well, or 24…