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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…
On the Rheem Hybrid Heat Pump Water Heater (50 Gal). Does it require 10/3 Romex or 10/2 Romex?
Note sure if this can be posted here - just looking for advice...I have a Mitsubishi MXZ3C30NAHZ4U1 system installed, with two in celling cassettes (upstairs), and one wall unit (downstairs)…
My wife and I still heat our house with a wood stove, but we have installed a Mitsubishi ductless minisplit in the living room for backup heat when we are…
Hi AllI recently upgraded to an all in one washer dryer with heat pump and no longer need the dryer vent in my mechanical room. I’m considering installing a HRV…
The new Fairmount Heights development in Prince George’s County offers a useful template for energy-efficient and context-driven design
Greetings GBA Community:I am an owner/builder in Vermont looking to detail a concrete free basement floor. My community does not have code enforcement, so there is no inspector to bounce…
Hi everyone, new member here. Apologize if this has been answered already but so far I hadn't quite seen it. I'm in the midst of a full house remodel in…
I think GBA should write a guide to wall assemblies that work, similar to the cathedral ceiling guide. I feel like that guide is constantly cited and I see a…
I live in zone 6a and was wondering if it is feasible to incorporate a GAHT system to temper the incoming air for an HRV. For those unfamiliar with what…
The Conversation breaks down the various achievements and shortcomings that came out of the COP28 UN Climate Conference.
Good day folks, I’m currently finalizing the details of my plans for a PGH with my architect. It has an approx 1800sq ft footprint. 30’x60’ main floor plus walkout basement.…
The best practice in many areas right now seems to be 2*6 walls with external insulation. I imagine it's better bang for the buck than double stud walls and 2*8…
As some higher quality paints and stains get close to $100 a gallon, and carpenter bees doing expensive damage, why not try used motor oil? I did an experiment on…
Hello,I have a friend who has a challenging roof situation. Its zone 6 Maine and he is remodeling an old barn into a living space. He wants to avoid spray…
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