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Interesting data in how inefficient an oversized multisplit is compared to single zones. Authored by Cadmus – Spring 2022 E4TheFuture co-funded a Cold Climate Air Source Heat Pump Building Electrification Study, researching…
Hello all,I live in climate zone 6, and am looking to insulate the interior walls of my basement with EPS. This won't be a finished space but there will be…
Happy holidays, hope everyone is well. Been circling around the idea of turning patio space under my deck into a master bedroom. About 2 years ago I finished my small…
Hi everyone, I am new here, I just recently built my own home in CT. Here we are climate zone 5A (cool humid). Mostly cold dry winters, but as…
Firstly, I'd like to thank all the contributors on this forum. You've expanded my knowledge base more than I can measure, and I offer all the gratitude that I can.…
I’m a retired design build contractor building a shop for future projects. I expect it to have a second life as an ADU when I get too old so I’m…
I am renovating my 1885 house (first time home owner!). I'm looking for recommendations on how to approach my exterior wall / siding system and interior wall system.My goals:- Have…
Hello,Long time reader who recently purchased a 1971 Vermont home in Zone 6 (north of Brattleboro). The main section of the house is open concept Kitchen, Dining, and Living Room…
When we set out to build a home, did we expect to spend 6 figures on HVAC, incl. the masonry heater? No, no we did not. We need to start…
I am almost ready to insulate and drywall my house in the mixed humid climate 4a of central NC. One of the drywallers has recommended that I use moisture resistant…
A color-coded guide to the most abundant element in the universe, hydrogen, which is poised to play a large role in phasing down fossil fuels and cleaning up the grid
Hello,I have a 1950s Cape Cod house in New York Zone 5/6. It has 2x6 rafters. Poorly insulated. The plan is to ultimately put 4'' of foam board on top…
I'm wrapping a largely-DIY basement finishing project in Michigan (Zone 5A) that includes a full bath w/ stall shower and am in need of guidance re: wall assembly and waterproofing…
Hello and thank you for your input!We've had several clients ask about the environmental impact of various roofing materials, and I'm having trouble finding a reliable source of information as…
A main concern I see arising from the use of a hot water heat pump is it's cooling effect in winter on the surrounding room it is located in. Could…
I am already distraught about building a home with no overhangs, please do not explain how incredibly stupid it is - I am aware. Our architect said “in the end…
Hi everyone, Read a few very helpful answers to questions around insulation and hoping to get some clarity. I had to recently waterproof our basement after finding mould and water issues. Upon…
Hello and thanks to all for an amazing community of helpful folks. I am building a ranch style home over a 4ft Crawlspace in zone 6a. My question pertains to…
I work for Structall Building Systems. I just bought a membership here at GBA, I have to say I am surprised by the lack of SIPs in the articals and…
A MERV13 filter removes greater than 50% of particles sized 0.3 to 1.0um per the chart in the article below. If a particle in this range passes the first time…
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