#Insulation

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We recently purchased a 1952 home that has a gable vent at either end of the attic. There are no soffits at all, let alone soffit vents. No ridge vent. No mechanical fans of any type.…

Hi! As a recent homeowner I've been struggling to find some basic info on DIY stuff. I have some questions about mold and insulation in my basement.…

Yesterday I had new insulation blown into my attic. Today I realized there is “dust” (I’m guessing insulation particulates) all over the tile/wood floors where they were working. I cleaned it up by wet Swiffering.…

Hello. Having multiple issues with new build. One being a room that's very hot in summer. Cold in winter. Had all my attic insulation removed. Having HVAC duct work redone. The soffetts are clear, open and baffeled. Excuse spelling...…

My (potential) customer has this funky Timber framed building on top of a hill in their backyard and they need a roof on it. They're seeking a metal roof, however it doesn't seem like this is possible given the curvature and multiple directions of the…

Summer is ramping up and I am trying to do what I can to keep the house cool. I have one room that gets hit by the sun all day. Has anyone bought the insulation sheathing (styrofoam with a reflective layer) for their windows?…

Semi detached house in the UK, this is my neighbour's roof. What is going on here? If that chunk falls on my head, will it bounce harmlessly off, or put me in hospital?

I know this more of an acoustic builder question. But I’m wondering if anyone has experience taking off drywall and putting the insulation straight between studs and covering with fabric vs just putting acoustic panels on the wall.…

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