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Editorial: The Discreet Charm of Attics and Crawl Spaces
You would be professionally remiss if you did not read “Attics and Crawl Spaces” in this issue. The article by Terry Nordbye is a valuable reminder that home performance problems too often begin ...
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Further Wrestling with Recessed-Can Lights
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How do you air seal IC-rated light fixtures that aren't accessible from above? Do the air sealing from below. [continue reading]
Attic Accesses: High Priority or No Big Deal?
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Some calculations answer the question, How much does proper attic access insulation matter? [continue reading]
Raise the Roof?
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The King County Housing Authority adds insulation and slope while removing ventilation to make a more energy-efficient and durable roof. [continue reading]
A Serious Challenge to a New Building Technology
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Every new building technology comes with new problems along with its benefits, and structural insulated panels (SIPs) are no different. SIPs are made of rigid foam insulation sandwiched between ... [continue reading]
Affordable Cooling at its Peak
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An inexpensive process for adding reflective coatings to rooftops saves energy and lives. [continue reading]
Roofs Reflect Better Savings
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Reflective roofing represents one of the most significant energy-saving options available to homeowners and builders. [continue reading]
Snowy and Icy Indicators of Wasted Money
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With the recent huge increases in energy costs, figuring out how best to conserve energy and improve comfort in a home has become an urgent issue. [continue reading]
Radiant Barriers: Performance Revealed
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In the summertime, radiant barriers give attic insulation a clear advantage in cutting the demand for cooling energy. [continue reading]
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The Silver Bullet to Zero Energy Affordability, by Paul Springer
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Look for Us and Win: Faces of EE
Getting ready for HPC18? Plan to stop by the Faces of EE photo booth on April 24 to receive a FREE ...
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