Discussion Forum
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Placement of supply vents
We are building a home with SIP walls(R-26) and conventional trusses (R-50 cellulose). Most of our windows are south-facing (Low e, fiberglass), shaded by deciduous trees in summer. We are…
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Slab insulation
Hi all, We'll be putting in the vapor barrier and 2" foam insulation for under our basement slab. I've done a search in the archives, and there is some mention…
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Engineered septic system
Hi everyone, We're building a house and need to have a pumped system. The only approved drainfield is uphill of the house site. It was designed by an engineer, and…
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Contracts for Owner-builder
I've been learning a lot from you all. My husband and I are acting (in all meanings of the word) as contractor for the house we will be building soon…
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Underground conduit
Hi all, We are building a house with a very long driveway (520ft). When we lay the phone cable, I'd really like to put in conduit to make future upgrades…