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Are Expensive Building Components Necessary?
The short answer: probably not
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Installing Rigid Foam Above Roof Sheathing
An updated look at roof assemblies that include a continuous layer of exterior insulation
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Climate Activists React to ‘Don’t Look Up’
A Netflix satire ignites controversy
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Testing an Induction Cooktop
A low-cost induction cooktop that plugs into a wall outlet
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Designing a House for a Hot Climate
Pay attention to roof details, window specifications, and duct system design
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Understanding the Latest Energy Code
The 2021 IECC raises the bar on insulation levels and energy performance
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All About Roof Flashing
A small flashing error can lead to major roof rot—so get your flashing details right
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Living With High Humidity
How residents of hot-humid climates can live without air conditioning
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Vapor Barriers for Basements and Crawlspaces
Do you need a vapor barrier on your basement wall? How about your basement floor?
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Hooking Up to the Grid
After 46 years of off-grid living, we decided to bring powerlines to our house
