Air Leak- Page 2 of 3
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Air-Sealing an Attic
If you haven’t done it yet, it’s time to climb into your attic and plug as many holes as you can find
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Energy Upgrades for Beginners
Advice for homeowners: to improve the energy performance of an older house, start with a thorough inspection
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Meet the Tightest House in the World
An Alaska couple sets a world mark with a blower-door test result far below the Passivhaus standard
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EcoSeal: A New System for Air Sealing Homes
Knauf EcoSeal, a sprayable caulk installed prior to cavity-fill insulation, can provide a significant reduction in air leakage
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Air Leakage at Electrical Switches and Outlets
How I blew a gasket and exposed the hole in one air-sealing method
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How to Insulate and Air-Seal Pull-Down Attic Stairs
It’s time to plug that big hole in your ceiling
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How to Insulate and Air-Seal an Attic Hatch
Use multiple layers of rigid foam insulation, high-quality weatherstripping, and several secure latches
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Top 10 Air Leaks in Existing Homes – Part 2
More common spots to look for holes in your building
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Top 10 Air Leaks in Existing Homes — Part 1
The caulk and spray foam are ready — where are the leaks?
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Questions and Answers About Air Barriers
Every home needs an air barrier that limits infiltration and exfiltration