Foam Joint Sealants
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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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Flanged Window Replacement in a House with Wood Siding (5/5)
Step 5: Flash, Trim, and Seal the WindowWatch remodeler Bill Robinson as he shows how to use a combination of materials to flash over the flanges, and install a pre-built casing over the new window.
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Flanged Window Replacement in a House with Wood Siding (4/5)
Step 4: Install the WindowWatch remodeler Bill Robinson as he applies sealant to the window flange, checks the window for plumb, level, and square, and fastens the flanges to secure the window.
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Flanged Window Replacement in a House with Wood Siding (1/5)
Retrofit a Flanged Window Step-by-step instructions for a leak-free, energy-efficient window replacement with Bill Robinson
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Video: Ice Dams, Insulation, and Roof Venting
How Ice Dams Form and How to Stop Them
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Service Cavities for Wiring and Plumbing
Designers of superinsulated houses are developing new ways to disentangle utility runs from insulated wall and ceiling assemblies
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Air Sealing With Sprayable Caulk
Two new brands of goop — Owens Corning EnergyComplete and Knauf EcoSeal — are designed to cut down on air infiltration
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How to Sell Green Upgrades: Energy Audits
Remodelling clients are often eager to pay for an energy audit, which includes a report with a prioritized list of proposed retrofit measures
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Deep Energy Retrofit: Apply the Energy Efficiency Pyramid
A deep energy retrofit is done to save energy and invest wisely. To get the most bang for your buck, the scope of work should follow the energy efficiency pyramid.
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What Is a Deep Energy Retrofit?
Beyond weatherization, a deep energy retrofit is a remodel that aims to cut energy use by at least 50%. How deep can you go? The sky (and your budget) is the limit.
