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I bought a ~10 year old passive house in Maine this spring. It's become clear that dehumidification is needed. I've tried a portable unit, but draining it is inconvenient (no…

A breakdown of recent jobs data and AI markets shows a bright future for skilled trade work, with caveats.

Any tips on retrofitting kickout flashing? I'm confused about whether it's supposed to go under the siding, or under the house wrap etc.

HVAC equipment only delivers rated capacity when airflow is correct. Measuring total system airflow can reveal comfort, humidity, and performance problems that often go undiagnosed

Hi all - I have been struggling to find the *right* solution for my house.  Here are all the basics:1994 Cape Cod in zone 5.  History of ice dams, leaks, mold…

I am in the planning stages of finishing out the 2nd floor of an expandable cape modular home in climate zone 5. The entire space is insulated but otherwise unfinished.…

New manufacturers, improved performance, and emerging strategies—from auto-balancing airflow to geothermal preheating—are reshaping ERV and HRV systems.

In the process of air ceiling and insulating attic in cz 6/7 roof pitch of 4/12 2x6 rafters sitting on top plate of 2x4 exterior wall (not raised heel) so…

After his house was destroyed by a hurricane, this homeowner built a new one designed to withstand the next storm