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Details for a “High-Performance Garage”
An insulated slab, Larsen truss wall system, careful air-sealing, and dense-packed insulation in deep cavities mitigate heat losses at a garage door
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Considerations When Insulating With Dense-Pack Cellulose
Is netting and strapping the ideal method? What's the best drywall thickness? How can you minimize bulging?
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Engineering a Domestic Hot Water System to Meet High Demand
What’s the best back-up option for a big family that always runs out of hot water?
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High-Velocity HVAC Systems
Are smaller duct size and the ability to dehumidify reasons enough to install a system that distributes air at high pressure?
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Insulation and HVAC for a Detached Garage
Building scientist Kohta Ueno recommends slab, wall, and roof assemblies for a cold climate
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Choosing Wall Insulation for a New Build
What’s the best combination of exterior and interior insulation for a “forever” home?
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Footings for Load-Bearing Posts
A homeowner wants to fix a "bouncy" floor by adding a new beam. Do the posts need footings?
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Variation on the Bonfiglioli Wall
Is this system the best choice to reduce thermal bridging?
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Getting HVAC Right in a New, Tight Home
The trick is to balance ventilation, dehumidification, and heating/cooling
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Insulating a Walkout Basement
Is it better to insulate the walls or the ceiling in a partially finished basement?
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Protecting Mudsill Gaskets
Tips for how to keep the sill plate gasket intact when setting walls in place