"I had a similar issue with an exposed historic brick wall in a condo I was testing. We couldn't find the leak with our eyes or thermal imaging becuase the leak was EVERYWHERE. We confirmed this when we taped a sheet of poly over the wall and…"
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Chris Dwyer replied to Jonathan Bluey's discussion HELP - AIR SEALING a Continuous Stone Interior/ Exterior WallChris Dwyer joined Diane Chojnowski's group
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David Eggleton left a comment for Chris Dwyer"Thank you for the full intro/report a month ago, which somehow I missed until now.
Your read of the permaculture scene seems accurate to me. Many of us find it very challenging to advance permaculture in this era, during which consumption…"
Chris Dwyer replied to Tom Walther's discussion Any thoughts on the Aeroseal product?"Hey Jim,
Great to see you here!
That's disappointing to hear that those local compaies don't measure the duct boot leakage.
I just visited a job yesterday for some diagnostic stuff here in Cincy where the brand new…"
Chris Dwyer replied to Tom Walther's discussion Any thoughts on the Aeroseal product?"Tedkid,
Where does responsibility for this task really lie? Who got paid to take the time to do this right, then didn't do their job?
Haha-- question of the day!
Sean,
Ever try this trick with your kids?…"
Chris Dwyer replied to Tom Walther's discussion Any thoughts on the Aeroseal product?"Hi Sean,
It seems like your duscussion with your co-worker is over the semantics- when does the "duct" end and the "envelope" begin? As far as a duct blaster and blower door test is concerned, it's both. Sealing it…"
Chris Dwyer replied to Tom Walther's discussion Any thoughts on the Aeroseal product?"I'm curious too. I was just asking my friend, a local foam insulation installer, whether he ever used it. He said he he had a sub that would do it, but his sub required cleaning the ducts first, despite Aeroseal's website's claim that…"
Diane Chojnowski left a comment for Chris Dwyer"Hi Chris,
Welcome to Home Energy Pros. Feel free to join the conversation in the Forum and Groups. And share your energy efficiency photos, videos and upcoming events. If you're blogging about home performance, this is the place for…"
David Eggleton left a comment for Chris Dwyer"Welcome to the permaculture group, Chris. Let me know of resources you recommend for others' learning journeys."
Chris Dwyer replied to John Poole's discussion Historic Windows: UV and Thermal Transfer in the group Historic Home"John,
I'd also like to add to your "laundry list" a product that I have had some experience/frustration with, but ultimately hope for. http://www.solarizewindowinsulators.com/ It's dang intriguing if nothing else.…"
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Considering Permaculture &/or Transition
Some who work to increase energy efficiency and intelligent/wise use of energy are, and some will be, permaculturists. Some are involved in Transition initiatives. Here's a home base for any/all interested in the relationships and prospects.See More
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INFRARED THERMOGRAPHY USERS
This group is dedicated to knowledge sharing and discussion of infrared thermography for building sciences and energy applications.See More
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Building Simulations
Work collaboratively to find easier, more accurate and better ways to model, predict and verify a home's energy consumption.
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1000 Home Challenge
Linda Wigington distinguished between deep retrofits & deep energy reductions, thus expanding the range of strategies & tactics from which we might propose when engaging with people, the ones who choose.See More
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Historic Home
Historic and vintage homes are significant to our cultural heritage, yet often lack energy efficiency and comfort. Our mission is to identify key issues, solutions, and best practices when retrofitting much older homes.See More
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Comment Wall (3 comments)
- At 7:33am on September 19, 2012, David Eggleton said…
Thank you for the full intro/report a month ago, which somehow I missed until now.
Your read of the permaculture scene seems accurate to me. Many of us find it very challenging to advance permaculture in this era, during which consumption continues to seem to work.
- At 8:18am on August 10, 2012, Diane Chojnowski said…
Hi Chris,
Welcome to Home Energy Pros. Feel free to join the conversation in the Forum and Groups. And share your energy efficiency photos, videos and upcoming events. If you're blogging about home performance, this is the place for you!
Don't forget to add your location on our Member Map.
Thanks!
Diane, HEP Moderator
- At 5:17am on August 8, 2012, David Eggleton said…
Welcome to the permaculture group, Chris. Let me know of resources you recommend for others' learning journeys.
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