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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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Service Cavities

Green Homes 2 - Thu, 2026-04-09 18:58
I asked this question in a comment on another article but maybe that's not the best place to ask. We have our new house built to the point where we have…
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What materials for control layers are affected by extreme heat, e.g. wildfires?

Green Homes 2 - Thu, 2026-04-09 18:22
I was reading about designing for wildfires and it got me wondering, if radiant heat from fires can ignite houses, can sub-ignition temperatures damage control layer materials?For example, would a…
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How long can Rockwool comfort board be exposed?

Green Homes 2 - Thu, 2026-04-09 12:33
2" Comfortboard is being installed over a self adheared WRB soon.  From contractor it sounds like it may be a while until siding is installed over it.  Should I be…
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Source Control Comes First for Good IAQ

Green Homes 2 - Thu, 2026-04-09 02:00
Seven strategies for good indoor air quality start with the most important, source control
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