Blogs- Page 2 of 552
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Common Method of Sewer Repair Poses Health Risks
Toxic fumes can be pushed into homes and schools, but there are ways to lower the potential for harm
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Eco-Conscious Housing Solutions
A sustainbility-focused approach to neighborhood development challenges the status quo. But how much?
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European vs. U.S.–Manufactured Windows
It's impossible to compare European window U-factors to American window U-factors
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Undersized Heat Pump in an Arctic Blast
A heat pump's capacity to keep the house warm during an extreme cold weather event
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Another Look at Plywood
One builder’s thoughts on a tried-and-true sheathing material in light of today’s environmental concerns
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Are Gas Stoves Bad for Your Health?
Here's why the federal government is considering new safety regulations
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Energy Upgrade in a Cold Climate
A Canadian carpenter weighs the details of an exterior renovation in Alberta
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A Look at State Premier’s New Heat Pump Water Heater
The redesign of a previous model adds features and flexibility
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Hot Water Distribution Retrofit
Cutting the length and diameter of three plumbing lines results in huge savings in wasted water and wait time
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Plant-based Foams Are on the Horizon
A new bio-based substitute for polyurethane has fewer health and environmental risks
