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Installing an ERV in an Unvented Attic - GreenBuildingAdvisor I’m finally done with the insulation project and trying to move on ERV project I have bought Panasonic FV-10VE1, have some questions regarding ERV and unvented attic The insulation on […]
Using RockWool in between roof rafters? - GreenBuildingAdvisor From what I understand the conditioned space should be at the slope of the roof if my duct work will be up in the attic, would putting RockWool insulation in between the rafters be acceptable?
Attic Upgrades and Ventilation - GreenBuildingAdvisor BGG had an energy audit done, which informed his plan to remove the existing fiberglass batts, air-seal the attic, install a ducted heat pump system, then blow in cellulose insulation He asks if, while the attic is empty, it is a good time to perform other upgrades He is particularly interested in whether mechanical ventilation should be added
Should I block the gable vents now that the house has new ridge vents . . . John, 1 The traditional advice would be to block the gable vents Research shows that the most effective combination of attic vents is soffit vents + ridge vents, without any gable vents 2 In reality, however, either way is fine -- because attic venting is less important than most people think For more information on this issue, see All About Attic Venting 3 Although Charlie is right
6 Ways to Improve Ducts in an Unconditioned Attic 6 Keep your attic cooler with a reflective roof or radiant barrier Another way to reduce heat flow into your ducts from a hot, unconditioned attic is to keep the attic cooler The best way to cool your attic is by stopping the heat before it has a chance to enter by using a reflective roof
A New Look at Conditioned Attics - GreenBuildingAdvisor The problem is attic ductwork The main reason that anyone talks about conditioned attics is that some builders want to install ducts in the attic Installing ducts in an attic is a bad idea, but many builders don’t know that While locating ducts in an attic reduces installation costs for the builder, it increases energy costs for the homeowner
Ducts in an Unconditioned Attic - GreenBuildingAdvisor Running unprotected ductwork through an attic can court problems Particularly in hot-humid climates, moisture can collect on the outside of ducts in summer Encapsulating ducts in closed-cell foam or following code-prescribed methods for burying ducts in insulation can prevent the problem Illustration courtesy Home Innovation Research Labs