General Questions
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In search of dense pack cellulose installers in Seattle area
Hi, looking for recommendations for insulation contractors to dense pack Larsen truss walls in Seattle area.Thanks,Dave
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In search of siding contractors in Seattle area that would be used to siding a house with thick external insulation
Hi, looking for recommendations for siding contractors in Seattle area comfortable with siding over Larson Truss walls. ThanksDave
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Insulation Dilemmas: Polyiso Derating and Cellulose Reuse
Zone 5, 2nd floor being significantly remodeled, re-roofing also needed. Running myself in circles looking at all the insulation options! Rafters and joists are all 2x6, front of house is…
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Best Solution for Fitting a Filter Cabinet Larger Than the Air Handler
Hi all, A while back I hired a company to replace my old split AC & gas furnace system with a heat pump. From reading up I knew that a…
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Flush-mount electrical panel on exterior wall: should I add insulation?
Hi all,I am located in CZ2 and built a small outbuilding/workshop a while back and am finally getting around to adding electrical.I tried to build tight with zip sheathing, liquid…
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Honeywell or LifeBreath ERV
Does anyone have any info, experience or advice on choosing between the following two ERVs: Honeywell 5150 ERV Or LifeBreath 170 ERVDThanks!
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Airtight drywall gasket location
Does the gasket get installed along the entire perimeter of a wall, as well window perimeter?Thanks, Daniel
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Moisture on Foundation Wall
I'm in CZ4 and installed 1.5" foil-faced XPS to my basement walls over the last few months. We've gotten significant rain in the last week and I've been anxiously checking…
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Adding concrete to footings
I hand poured a few footings for a small deck with a covered porch. I am now worried I may have undersized them a bit. Furthermore having looking back at…
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Windows
Window articles needs updating, agree?