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Air-Sealing Tips for Efficiency That Lasts // Part 1: Start on the Drawing Board

Author: 475 High Performance Building Supply Team

March 21, 2017

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Air-Sealing Tips for Efficiency That Lasts // Part 2: Continuous Means Continuous

Author: 475 High Performance Building Supply Team

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April 19, 2017

This is part 2 of a series that describes how to air seal the most difficult parts of buildings. Chris Corson, of EcoCor High Performance Buildings, likes to say that when you’re thinking about ... [continue reading]

Air-Sealing Tips for Efficiency That Lasts // Part 3: Planning for Intentional (and Some Unintentional) Holes in the Air Barrier

Author: 475 High Performance Building Supply Team

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May 16, 2017

This is part 3 of a series that describes how to air seal the most difficult parts of buildings. We’ve emphasized throughout this series that continuity is the top priority for your air barrier. ... [continue reading]

Air-Sealing Tips for Efficiency That Lasts // Part 4: Protect Your Air Barrier

Author: 475 High Performance Building Supply Team

May 24, 2017

This is part 4 of a series that describes how to air seal the most difficult parts of buildings. A service cavity and vented rainscreen promote durable airtightness. [continue reading]