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Posted on April 15, 2020

The Energy Assessment

This is the first time I’ve been to this home.  The first time I’ve met the people living in this home. But I know a little about them.  I have two years of electricity use data to form a basic impression.  They use a lot of power. Even more in the winter. Continue reading “The Energy Assessment”

Posted on March 30, 2020

Construction Design-Keeping Ducts Where They Belong

Ductwork in unconditioned attics or crawl spaces can create problems in all climates. Undesirable positive or negative house pressures, moisture and mold issues and increased energy costs are often the result. Continue reading “Construction Design-Keeping Ducts Where They Belong”

Posted on March 26, 2020April 18, 2020

Energy Audit-Ventilation Recommendations

I’ve been asked this question a few times.  “At what point do I need to add mechanical ventilation to my home?”  The answer, it depends. Continue reading “Energy Audit-Ventilation Recommendations”

Posted on March 23, 2020March 23, 2020

Never Seen Again

When was the last time had your hair cut?  Did you walk in and say I have $15, do whatever you can for that budget, or did you have something more specific in mind? Continue reading “Never Seen Again”

Posted on March 17, 2020

Construction Design-Concreteless Slab on Grade-Mechanical Systems.

The concreteless slab on grade home had a lot of unique building materials and techniques, at least for my area of Northern Minnesota.  The mechanicals of the home were no different.  Continue reading “Construction Design-Concreteless Slab on Grade-Mechanical Systems.”

Posted on March 13, 2020March 13, 2020

Building Science-Resources

A few months ago on Instagram, I posted my favorite resources.  I spend about an hour every morning looking at several websites and Instagram feeds to see what’s new and hopefully gain knowledge. Continue reading “Building Science-Resources”

Posted on February 23, 2020

Energy Audit-Electric Underfloor Heat

I recently conducted an energy assessment on a 25 year old home with electric underfloor heat.  Back when I was working as a residential electrician, we installed several of these systems Continue reading “Energy Audit-Electric Underfloor Heat”

Posted on February 11, 2020

Construction Design-Concreteless Slab on Grade-Roof

The concreteless slab on grade home has one level.  I knew the heating system for this home was going to contain ductwork, along with other ducts for bath fans, a dryer and a kitchen range hood. Continue reading “Construction Design-Concreteless Slab on Grade-Roof”

Posted on January 19, 2020

Construction Design-Attached Heated Garage

I consider the attached, heated garage a luxury item.  I used to have one, it was nice not having to scrape ice or clean snow off my vehicles.  Having a warm car when it’s below zero outside was also nice.  Continue reading “Construction Design-Attached Heated Garage”

Posted on December 27, 2019

Construction Design-Heating and Cooling Systems in a Slab on Grade Home

Single level slab on grade homes are becoming more common in my area.  Being in a very cold climate, choosing a heating system Continue reading “Construction Design-Heating and Cooling Systems in a Slab on Grade Home”

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