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The SCARY Crawl Space

We build crawl spaces because they are cheaper than basements. But controlling moisture can be a challenge, depending on the climate zone.

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Creating Airtight and Healthy Homes

Author: Bruce M. Small

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November 01, 2001

With the ill effects of poor indoor air quality often in the news these days, it pays to design and build a house that's healthy from the start. [continue reading]

Public Housing Breaks the Mold

Author: John Snell and Betsy Pettit

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September 01, 2001

Multifamily public and low-income housing have particular problems when it comes to moisture and air pollutants. In this first of a two-part series, we look at one particular type of multifamily construction: midrise housing. [continue reading]

Crawlspace Condensation

Author: John Proctor

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March 01, 2001

Crawlspace Condensation Q:I was called to a doublewide mobile home to investigate a problem with a 4- year-old duct system (the original duct system was ... [continue reading]

Reexaming Roof Ventilation

Author: Tony Woods

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November 01, 2000

A new business opportunity is being created in cold-climate areas, as roofers work with home performance contractors to address issues of liability, technical rethinking, and customer service. [continue reading]

Health House Cold Climate Standards Keep Occupants Warm and Dry

Author: Christina B. Farnsworth

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November 01, 1999

Monthly utility costs, maintenance costs, comfort, and healthy indoor air are as important as a price tag when it comes to affordable housing. [continue reading]

Solving a Chimney Moisture Problem

Author: Joe Ponessa

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September 01, 1999

In September 1998, roofer Kevin Fischer, carpenter/painter Bill Coyle, and I were called to help out on an 80-year-old, three-story, wood frame house located in southern New Jersey. [continue reading]

Moisture Control In Bathrooms

Author: Marilou Cheple and Pat Huelman

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March 01, 1998

Mold, mildew, failing grout, dislodged tiles, water stains, wet insulation, rotting walls--moisture in bathroom walls causes serious problems. [continue reading]

Out, Out Dammed Ice!

Author: Paul Fisette

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November 01, 1996

Anyone who has lived in a snowy climate has seen ice dams. Thick bands of ice form along the eaves of homes, causing millions of dollars of structural damage every year. [continue reading]