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...how to build a slab on grade foundation  It is more than the thickness of concrete that will determine its structural integrity, it requires carefull planning of reinforcement steel, which would need to be done by an engineer. 

...to seal the windows from inside that is to use Rockwool to insulate the gap and tape for water, air and vapor barrier. I am concern that taping it outside might cause the vapor sandwich which I want to avoid. I am not sure what you have done for 2015 model home for exterior. Your help on this is highly appreciated. Tha...

...to know the correct way to insulate my crawl space regarding vapour barrier and what to do around vents and plumping pipes when installing.   There are a couple of ways to insulate the crawl space of an old home, either you can insulate the ground and keep the crawl space warm, or insulate between the joists as you men...

...how to fix it! Thank you Condensation in the home is bad news for sure, but for the moment you have two subjects here. One is the condensation issues, the second is the roof ventilation and moisture issues – and they may or may not be linked. So in order to reply to your questions we’ll need more information. When you ...

...top. As part of an extensive home renovation we have decided to strip the walls inside and out, keep the structure but add insulation to the inside but also the outside of the walls so we don’t lose too much space inside. Do you have suggestions about how to go about this? I’ve read some of your pages about avoiding co...

...to be a ‘large affected area’ and it is not recommended to clean a large area yourself due to the health risks are too great. You can contact the CMHC for a list of qualified professionals. How to clean mold in small areas: Whenever you set out to clean mold and mildew, first wear gloves, a respirator mask, and safety ...