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Infrared Thermography
An expert explains how to get high quality and helpful thermographs when conditions are not ideal.
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Infrared Thermography
An expert explains how to get high quality and helpful thermographs when conditions are not ideal. [continue reading]
Carpenter's Omission
My wife and I moved into our 1917 American Foursquare house 21 years ago. Before the first winter, we had a contractor blow the sidewalls full of insulation. While he was doing the job, he remarked that ... [continue reading]
Fixing Air Leakage in Connecticut Town Houses
After energy improvements were made to some town houses, a second look revealed big opportunities for energy and money savings. [continue reading]
Missteps with Mold
Building professionals should follow a thorough mold and IAQ investigative protocol when they tackle mold remediation cases. [continue reading]
Remediating Mold: A Clip-Out Checklist for Building Professionals
Diagnosing and remedying mold and moisture problems requires good detective skills, proper safety precautions, and a working knowledge of the best practices for mold cleanup and building rehabilitation. Before ... [continue reading]
Valuing Air Barriers
Without national or local codes or regulations to mandate well-sealed apartment buildings, selling the cost benefit of tight building practices is key. [continue reading]
Frozen Pipes Dilemmas: The Hard Cold Facts of Insulation Effectiveness and Building Tightness
When the air temperature inside the heated space is cold enough to freeze plumbing, clearly there's a problem. [continue reading]
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