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LP TechShield
TechShield radiant barrier sheathing can help homeowners conserve energy by keeping up to 97 percent of the sun's radiant heat ... |
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Mold Basics
Molds are an essential part of the natural environment. The key to keeping mold in check is moisture control. |
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Natural Ventilation
Natural ventilation relies on the wind and the "chimney effect" to keep a building cool. |
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Plumbing Stack Insulation
Plumbing stacks may run inside the walls of your home, from the basement to the attic, with openings at each floor where the ... |
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Preparing the Turret Room for the Spa Tub
House eleven of the Elmwood project continues. The floor is prepared to receive the spa tub. |
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Recessed Light Insulation
Recessed light fixtures can poke into the attic insulation and create a pathway for air leaks. Caulk around them from below ... |
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Redesigning the Third Floor
Bob meets with Gregory Rochlin to discuss the third floor structural redesign. Additional supports will be added to the ... |
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Repairing the Brick Chimney
Bob meets with Ed and Lisa Zywusko, a husband and wife masonry team and sees how they are going to refurbish the old brick ... |
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Retrofit Insulation
It's possible to retrofit insulation into an existing home, even without the access provided by remodeling. The choices, ... |
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Retrospective of 11 Historic Restoration Projects in the Elmwood Neighborhood
Bob recaps the entire Elmwood project. It was a community effort on may of the houses and great pains were made to adhere to ... |
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Review of the Attic Conversion Plans
Bob meets up with structural engineer Steve Siegel on the Medford's home third floor. The attic is right from the 1880's and ... |
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Ridge Vents
The use of ridge vent has increased greatly during the past ten years and when used with a soffit vent or vented drip edge, it ... |
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Running HVAC Ductwork in a New Colonial
Bob meets with Peter Merianos and the crew from Coastal Heating and Air Conditioning who are fabricating the AC ductwork on ... |
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Selling Storage
Potential home buyers are often looking for more storage space so be sure to take the time to clean out your basement, attic, ... |
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Storage at a Glance
With a little planning, some thoughtful rearranging, and perhaps a bit of renovation, your home can provide the space you need ... |
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What is Asbestos?
Asbestos is a serious health risk—and it may be in your home. Educate yourself with this helpful asbestos fact sheet from the ... |
