Questions
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Heat Pump Data
We had a Bryant inverter driven 2 ton heat pump installed last summer and enjoyed it this winter. Climate zone 3C (95062). 1263 SF house.20k Manual J. Design temp is 34F…
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Stair Design and Landing Integrity
Hi GBA Community,We're in the final stages of a residential stair design and would appreciate your expertise, particularly regarding structural integrity, longevity, and our method of attaching the landing.Key design…
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R38 vs R48/60 attic insulation
I'm trying to get a sense whether its worth adding more insulation to my attic. Climate zone 5A. Currently has R38 insulation (R11 batt + R28 blown-in fiberglass).The attic has…
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2×6 Rafter Insulation
Hi,I'm sorry if this question feels repetitive but in my research I haven't found any conclusive information.I'm working on a renovation project in Vermont (Zone 6) that has a cathedral…
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Pros and cons of rainscreen
We’re currently building a home in Des Moines, IA (climate zone 8), and I’ve requested that our builder install a ventilated rain screen underneath our LP SmartSide. While our builder…
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Afraid to put new asphalt roof on my house
My insurance company is requiring me to replace my 20 year old roof or they will cancel my insurance. I am chemically sensitive and have been reading about reactions to…
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Zone 2 conditioned attic … or not
Zone 2 - Phoenix, AZ Hey all, I really need help with my roof design … both living space and garage. Some details: -Single level home -0.5:12 slope roof (basically…
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Smallest gas furnaces (US market)
I’m looking for info\help on options for gas furnaces with a low-fire rate below the 24K BTU input that has been the lowest available at supply houses for years now.…
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Rain screen needed for vertical metal siding?
Hello All! I've read through many posts about metal siding and the need for a rain screen product (like Cor-A-Vent or whatever) or not. One post indicated that code in…
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Covering Zip after 180 days
Hey All,CZ 6. I know I've seen this question come up before but have a slightly different consideration. Like many, our zip sheathing is just about to hit 150+ days…