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Insulation & Envelope Guides page 2
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Insulation & EnvelopePassive House Mechanical Systems: ERVs, Heat Pumps and MoreA Passive House relies on matched mechanical systems: balanced ventilation with an ERV or HRV, right-sized heating and cooling (usually a heat pump), efficient…
Insulation & EnvelopeWhat Is a Passive House? The Standard Explained for TexasPassive House is a performance standard that uses airtight construction, continuous insulation, high-performance windows and balanced ventilation with heat or energy recovery to keep…
Insulation & EnvelopeA Homeowner’s Guide to Buying a Home with Spray Foam InsulationSpray foam can make a home tighter and more comfortable, but only when the HVAC system is designed for it. Before you buy, check…
Insulation & EnvelopeSpray Foam Attic Mistakes: What an HVAC Contractor SeesRoof deck spray foam can make a Texas home much more comfortable, but trouble comes from everything around the foam. Open-combustion gas appliances, like…- Insulation & EnvelopeSpray Foam Insulation: Pros, Cons and What to Know FirstSpray foam on the underside of the roof deck turns the attic into conditioned space, keeping attic ductwork out of extreme heat and sealing…
Insulation & EnvelopeWhy Professional Insulation Installation Matters in Central TexasInsulation only performs as well as it's installed. Professional installation includes air sealing, attic baffles for ventilation, sealing around light fixtures and other penetrations,…- Insulation & EnvelopeWhy Insulation Is Key to a Cleaner, Drier Home in Central TexasGood insulation does more than save energy. By keeping indoor temperatures and surfaces steady, it helps prevent the condensation that feeds mold, and with…
Insulation & EnvelopeHow Insulation Affects Your HVAC System’s EfficiencyGood insulation slows the heat moving into your home in summer and out of it in winter, so your HVAC system runs less, uses…
Insulation & EnvelopeHemp Insulation for Indoor Air Quality: What to KnowHemp insulation, such as HempWool® batts, is made from industrial hemp fiber and sold as free of formaldehyde and added VOCs, so it adds…
