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I have a bunch of Zhender ComfoFlex 3” ducts (all inside conditioned space) that I have penetrating walls/floors where for acoustic reasons I’d like to seal them into the opening…

We’re building a 2:12 shed roof running north/south, with no penetrations, hips, valleys, etc., and are using 16” I-Joists. It’s all cathedral ceiling.I’d like to simply attach plywood/osb to the…

I've got two mini-split units (ducted 2nd floor and ductless 1st floor), both installed on the interior of the house.  The refrigerant lines are to be routed down through interior…

I am looking at a new home build in Northern MN, Climate zone 7. I am really trying to make this bordering a passive house, but keeping the budget friendly.…

Tight House. 

We just had Hardie put up over the top of Benjamin Obdyke's Slicker MAX (on OSB sheathing), and the walls where there are longer runs look wavy. Pic attached, though…

Ducted Mitsubishi Smart Multi (MXZ) heat pump and both the power usage and the duct temperature in supply next to blower drops for 15-20 minutes with each defrost cycle. The…

 Hello!We’re exploring ways to improve the subpar insulation job for the vaulted ceilings of our three-year-old home.   Our current setup is under-insulated, has mold issues, and doesn’t look much like…

Hello everyone and thanks for reading. We’re early into our renovation of a 1900’s detached house in Toronto, Canada. We’re close to finishing an underpin, which includes exterior waterproofing and…

I am an architectural designer working with my Principal on designing a new single-family home in the NY Finger lakes (Climate Zone 6A). The house is supposed to be low-maintenance,…

Can anyone recommend online resources for detailing glass blocks in an exterior wall? I've found nothing detailed and useful.For example, how should the rough opening be prepped so that drainage …

I am building a new home with all cathedral ceilings and will have a well vented attic space to mitigate moisture and circulate air. I would like  100 % of…

Hi, I'm Austin. Been reading here for several years. I am Zone 4A, converting a peak attic in a cape cod style (containing HVAC) to cathedral ceiling to bring the…

My townhouse needs a new electrical panel. The existing panel is the Stab Lock style that has some known issues and the electrician is recommending panel replacement as part of…

Hi all, I know this gets asked a million times, I'm looking for an ERV for a roughly 1500sqft 2bedroom. I'm leaning towards a Renewaire EV Premium L or maybe…

I’ve spent months scouring the internet and can’t seem to find anything at all showing me a reasonable way to do this.For reference, this is zone 4a, Kentucky. Conditioned crawlspace…

To protect equipment from frost, this heat pump accessory is a must in cold climates

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