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An Air-Sealing Guide from California
A builder named Terry Nordbye has published a book on air-sealing
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How to Electrify Everything
Green builders agree—it’s time to get rid of combustion appliances
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Tools in My Closet
My grandfather left me a box of thermometers and an unusual psychometer
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A Fresh Look at Water-Resistive Barriers
Pay attention to installation details, and remember to include a rainscreen gap
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Talking to Contractors About Airtightness
How to work with your contractor to ensure you end up with a tight house
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Homeowners’ Questions About Minisplits
If you're thinking of converting from gas or oil heat to minisplits, you probably have lots of questions
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Getting Roof Design Right
A trouble-free roof depends on climate-informed design strategies that ensure a roof's durability and longevity while it protects the structure below
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The Manual J Dilemma
It’s hard to get a contractor to provide an accurate heat-loss or heat-gain calculation
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Leak-Free Duct Systems
Building codes require residential duct systems to be tested for duct leakage
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Return Ducts for Forced-Air Systems
A fresh look at door undercuts, jumper ducts, and transfer grilles
