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Where can I find hemp insulation, and what sizes does it come in?
Posted by Gary Stapley
Feb. 5, 2021
Insulation and soundproofing
1 response
What type of insulation should I use for a farm house from the 1800s ?
Posted by Dawn Wood
Feb. 5, 2021
Insulation and soundproofing
1 response
What's the difference between EPS and GPS insulation?
Posted by Ronald Tétrault
Feb. 3, 2021
Insulation and soundproofing
1 response
Is hydronic slab heat appropriate in a super insulated home?
Posted by Andrew Wright
Feb. 3, 2021
Delivery: radiant, forced-air and decentralized
1 response
Can you use blown cellulose overtop of fiberglass insulation?
Posted by E McKinney
Feb. 3, 2021
Architecture and plan design
2 responses
With a raised house how should I insulate underneath?
Posted by Kevin Marmillion
Feb. 1, 2021
Basements improvements
3 responses
Where is the correct vapor barrier location in Chicago?
Posted by Joel Peerson
Jan. 31, 2021
Air and vapour barriers
2 responses
Have you excavated under one of your slabs middle of winter?
Posted by Mike Kolder
Jan. 31, 2021
Slab on Grade
1 response
What is the best way to do exterior foundation styrofoam finishing?
Posted by Castor River Farm
Jan. 31, 2021
New foundations and slab-on-grade
1 response
Are their building grants and incentives in my area?
Posted by Shannon Hutchison
Jan. 29, 2021
Grants and incentives
1 response
How do know if I have a gas leak ? It's a ventless heater
Posted by Margherita Sewell
Jan. 29, 2021
Healthy indoor air quality
1 response
What is the best way to finish basement walls?
Posted by Aram Scaram
Jan. 21, 2021
Basements improvements
3 responses
Do I need to spray foam the ceiling of my crawl space to help winterize it?
Posted by Sheilagh Thompson
Jan. 21, 2021
Crawl spaces
1 response
What is the best wall design for cold climates?
Posted by Jeremy Hull
Jan. 20, 2021
Concept and design
3 responses
How do I find the best prefab house available in Montana?
Posted by Jennifer Curtis
Jan. 18, 2021
Architecture and plan design
1 response
Is it possible to build a prefab as a guest home next to an already built home?
Posted by Sadhvi Alam
Jan. 17, 2021
Planning and Design
1 response
Can my husband and I build an Earthship home in Michigan & how hands-on can we be?
Posted by Kirsten Rogers Hearnes
Jan. 17, 2021
Architecture and plan design
1 response
What is the cost of a prefab house kit?
Posted by Makiko Goto-Widerman
Jan. 15, 2021
Prefab homes
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