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Properly venting a roof assembly where soffit venting is not possible

Green Homes 2 - Fri, 2026-04-10 16:06
I have a bit of a conundrum regarding venting of my (proposed) house build.The house is a fairly straightforward rectangle, with a 6/12 gable roof. No hips, valleys or dormers.…
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continuous exterior insulation with plywood sheathing and cement plank siding

Green Homes 2 - Fri, 2026-04-10 12:41
I have a 2x6 wall and wanted to put exterior insulation on the wall in addition to the interior batt insulation.the siding is hardie cement plank siding.Does the rigid foam…
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Raised floor over pool/vented crawl, Warmboard + Spray foam

Green Homes 2 - Fri, 2026-04-10 12:12
Hi all, I've lurked on GBA for a while but this is my first time posing a question.I'm working with a client to convert an indoor pool room into a great…
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Understanding the Energy Code: The IECC Section Many Jurisdictions Ignore—and Why That Matters

Green Homes 2 - Fri, 2026-04-10 02:00
Why the administrative sections of the IECC—often replaced or ignored—plays a critical role in how the code is actually applied and enforced
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