Recent Articles
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Giving a Heat Pump an Occasional Boost
How to solve a two-week-a-year performance problem
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购买清洁:冷杉t Step in Low-Carbon Standards
The White House initiative will make low-carbon building materials more common and less expensive
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Fiberglass Dust in the Attic
Fiberglass dust may have entered the HVAC system. Should the homeowner be worried about indoor air quality?
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Radiant Barrier vs. Attic Exhaust Fan
A California homeowner gets conflicting advice on how to lower attic temperatures. Who's right?
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Comparing Wood and ICF Construction
Are insulating concrete forms competitive in cost with wood-frame construction?
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The Future of Log Homes
As more builders embrace high-performance enclosures, will this venerable building type fade away?
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Benefits of Solar Power Battery Backup
Solar-plus-storage means more versatility, potential savings, and protection when the grid goes down
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Double-Stud Wall vs. Exterior Insulation
A high-performance wall assembly is a given, but which one makes the most sense?
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Water and a Permanent Wood Foundation
What to do when an old PWF shows signs of water infiltration
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A Shortcut for Whole-House Air Conditioning
To save money, a homeowner wants to use a fan with a thermostat to circulate cool air
