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Can you build slab on grade as an extension on an existing house with a crawlspace?
Posted by Lana Mcgeary Jan. 19, 2022 Slab on Grade 2 responses

How would you do a Slab on Grade with a post and beam garage in New Hampshire?
Posted by Robert Nordman Jan. 19, 2022 Slab on Grade 1 response

What is the proper location of a vapor barrier in a home in New York State?
Posted by Michael Boice Jan. 15, 2022 Air and vapour barriers 2 responses

Do I need exhaust fans for bathrooms if I have an ERV that is connected to them?
Posted by Dennis Pierron Jan. 10, 2022 Ventilation 4 responses

Can you put exterior insulation over Zip System plywood?
Posted by Bro Gore Jan. 8, 2022 Wall assemblies - new construction 1 response

What are the pros and cons of building a house on a slab on grade foundation?
Posted by Debra Kroening Jan. 5, 2022 New foundations and slab-on-grade 6 responses

How do I seal the air barrier at the top of the exterior wall?
Posted by Nicolas Jolicoeur Jan. 3, 2022 Air and vapour barriers 5 responses

Can you build foundations and slabs with field stones?
Posted by Bryan Squirrell Jan. 3, 2022 Foundation and basement improvements 1 response

Which is the best foam board insulation to put against poured concrete basement walls?
Posted by Patricia Roberts Dec. 28, 2021 Insulation and soundproofing 3 responses

What is the best way to heat an old farm house with no water source and only minimal electricity?
Posted by Harry Dec. 28, 2021 Heating and cooling 1 response

Can I put foam boards up after I frame a basement?
Posted by Paul Hylan Dec. 27, 2021 Basements improvements 1 response

What do I do if my heat from my electric furnace isn’t working?
Posted by karen gurney Dec. 22, 2021 Heating and cooling 1 response

How does one retrofit or wrap an existing home with straw bale?
Posted by M. J. Dec. 21, 2021 Wall assemblies - renovation 2 responses

How long into winter can we run our Heat Pump with our Legalett System
Posted by J Bergley Dec. 20, 2021 Delivery: radiant, forced-air and decentralized 3 responses

Is the ZIP Sheathing system better than house wrap?
Posted by Fred Martens Dec. 18, 2021 Walls and Roofs 1 response

What is the best ductless HRV system?
Posted by michelle ifversen Dec. 17, 2021 HRV and ERV 1 response

Fill gap between wood stud wall and closed cell foam or fill the stud bays?
Posted by B Mac Dec. 13, 2021 Wall assemblies - renovation 3 responses

Can I run a Legalett air heated slab system during a power outage?
Posted by Tyler Forman Dec. 11, 2021 Heating and cooling 1 response