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 Uninsulated hot water runsOops, um sir, did we forget to completely insulate those hot water runs in your unconditioned crawlspace (even though that was in our scop… Started by Evan Mills |
0 | Oct 24, 2010 |
Missing duct insulationOops, um, sir. Did I forget to insulate those duct "Y's" in your unconditioned crawlspace, even after all the bragging I did about the qu… Started by Evan Mills |
0 | Oct 24, 2010 |
 Water Lines Inside DuctworkWater Lines Inside Ductwork In a mobile home a plumber had run water lines inside the ductwork to prevent freezing. However, he failed t… Started by Diane Chojnowski |
0 | Oct 7, 2010 |
Proximity to CombustiblesProximity to Combustibles A gas can and heat-generating equipment, such as water heaters and furnaces, is an obvious example of things t… Started by Diane Chojnowski |
0 | Sep 30, 2010 |
Chimney DisconnectedWhat were they thinking? The roof was replaced years ago, the chimney was partially removed. The chimney was left unconnected to the out… Started by Diane Chojnowski |
0 | Sep 30, 2010 |
Gaps in A/C DuctsThis boot is separated by nearly 3 inches from the floor of the room for which it is meant to deliver conditioned air. Source: Home Ener… Started by Diane Chojnowski |
0 | Sep 29, 2010 |
Loose Duct Tape Exposes HolesLoose duct tape on a return duct in a basement leaves a sizeable hole for unconditioned air and dust to enter the forced air system. Sou… Started by Diane Chojnowski |
0 | Sep 29, 2010 |
Uninsulated Water PipeWater pipe left on the cold side of insulation behind a shower results in heat loss before the water hits the showerhead, and risk of pip… Started by Diane Chojnowski |
0 | Sep 29, 2010 |
Badly Installed Vapor BarrierBadly installed vapor barrier lets warm air escape and allows moisture into the attic. Source: Home Energy magazine (January/February 20… Started by Diane Chojnowski |
0 | Sep 29, 2010 |
Missing Sheathing Board Inside EavesCarpenters left off the topmost exterior sheathing board inside the eaves. Source: Home Energy magazine (May/June 2009) Started by Diane Chojnowski |
0 | Sep 29, 2010 |
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