Insulating a house / Discussions

Is it better to insulate the inside of a house or outside during renovations? And which insulation is best?

...ay to create a seamless thermal barrier of insulation, as well as install an air barrier. Since you are removing the siding anyway that would be your best bet, assuming you have enough space on either side so you meet the setbacks from adjoining properties. Are you in a densely packed urban core with limited space or a...

Posted by Andy Sellers Dec. 7, 2021 Wall assemblies - renovation 1 response

Does an air exchanger affect indoor humidity levels?

...are you located? I assume that '2 degrees' is Celsius not farenheit? If it was 22 % RH inside, do you know what it was outside? Even the most airtight house will still leak air, so in the absence of any mechanical humidity control (like a dehumidifier or an ERV – Energy Recovery Ventilator) the indoor humidity will lar...

Posted by Dale Hanson Dec. 6, 2021 HRV and ERV 1 response