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We have a interior bathroom that will have a long bath fan exhaust pipe (~30') to an exterior wall through the attic.  It's a small full bath with an 80…

Building a “pretty decent house” lol in BC Canada zone 6. I am wondering if there’s any red flags in my roof system.Layup from inside to outside is as follows:-exposed…

Hi!  This is the first time we've done Rockwool ourselves and we are type A(AAA) personalities so we tend to want everything perfect, which is not great when building a…

Hello. I’ve just about got every detail narrowed down on my future build including all the materials I’d like to use.For reference: Climate Zone 4A, Kentucky Flooring System: TJI are a…

I’m planning to finally finish the basement this winter. We live in zone 5. A section of basement was framed 2x4 walls with r13 between the studs with poly on…

I have been searching on the web for information on vacuum-insulated glass (VIG). I know Pilkington has been offering them for a few years, in the R-5/U-0.2 range, and I…

Question for those familiar with using Drainage Mats along with exterior foam: is it necessary??Working with my local building inspectors on this wall design and they are not familiar with…

Hi All,This project takes place in Zone 6A, Chittenden county, Vermont.The bungalow we are renovating has 2x4 walls, a vaulted ceiling, and doghouse dormers. I need your help in brainstorming…

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