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The Impact of Wind Washing on Insulation R-Value
Defining airflow pathways is key to maintaining an insulation material's thermal resistance capacity
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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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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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Why Pipes Freeze
The science behind frozen water pipes and recommended preventative measures
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A Layered Approach to Indoor Air Quality
Tamping down the spread of Covid using the four pillars of good indoor air quality: source control, filtration, ventilation, and humidity control
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Testing Ducts for Air Leakage
Two ways to test ducts for airtightness in order to meet 2021 energy code requirements
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Common Causes for an Inefficient Duct System
Four easily identifiable problems that cause heating and cooling ducts to fail and DIY solutions for repairing them
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Roof Penetrations Prone to Water Damage
Holes located on the lower portion of a roof are at highest risk for moisture intrusion
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Wind Washing and Insulation R-Value
An explanation of the potential effect of wind on insulation's capacity to resist heat transfer
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Heat Pumps for Cold Climates
Advances in air-source heat pump technology have led to equipment that is effective at low temperatures. Here’s a look at how they work and why they are a viable option.
