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Fix this leakage?
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What sort of leakage reduction could I expect if I try to plug all these tiny gaps? This is a typical cathedral ceiling around these parts, 2x6 tongue and groove over 4x beams. In this image we're…Continue

Started this discussion. Last reply by Bud Poll Feb 16, 2012.

New digital meters... were the old ones S L O W ?
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The local electric co-op has now installed new digital meters for 100% of members, and some folks are being surprised by higher-than-normal bills. The co-op has stated that old meters may have…Continue

Started this discussion. Last reply by David Meiland Jan 19, 2012.

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David Meiland replied to Patrick Michaelyan's discussion Hot Upper Stories

"In addition to what has been mentioned... What is the roofing, and how old? A radiant barrier installation under the rafters might make some improvement. I would not bank on additional attic venting. Presumably all the glass is clear, no…"

May 10

David Meiland replied to Dale Sherman's discussion ASHRAE 62.2-2013 released

"Excellent calculator, Rick, very much appreciated."

May 5

David Meiland replied to Ryan Moore's discussion Instant read thermometers in the group Tools of the Trade

"Most of the temp/RH meters come to a reading more quickly if you wave them around in the air a bit. I don't think the Testo is intended for liquids, but I could be wrong..."

Apr 29

David Meiland joined Diane Chojnowski's group

Tools of the Trade

A hammer and a saw used to be the key tools for home contractors. Today, the best-in-breed also use high-tech equipment while performing a professional energy audit or verifying that construction has been done correctly.

Apr 29

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David Meiland commented on Chris Kaiser's blog post Are LED bulbs ready for homes?

"Based on a couple of blog posts I read here, I decided to order some of the CREE 9w LED bulbs listed above. I ordered a package of 6 from Home Depot online, since I don't live anywhere near a store. The first shipment was back-ordered a while,…"

Apr 17

David Meiland replied to Paul Raymer's discussion Looking for a cure for a warping hardwood floor not caused by a leak

"I think you need a pinless moisture meter. Go over the entire floor and see if there is a damp area concentrated in front of the sink/dishwasher. You might have a small plumbing leak from that's getting under the floor. In the winter,…"

Apr 11

David Meiland replied to Thomas Varney's discussion Blower Door Testing

"Well, it has everything to do with how much time and money you're given to set up and perform the test. If they want the ceiling completely masked off, or the roof venting sealed completely on a temporary basis... go for it... and bill them for…"

Apr 10

David Meiland replied to Thomas Varney's discussion Blower Door Testing

"Definitely a problem. If the house has a flat ceiling, then the best thing is for the drywallers to hang and tape the ceiling out of sequence, so that you're testing the ceiling, the wall sheathing w/ windows and doors, and the floor.…"

Apr 8

David Meiland replied to Andrew Aliferis's discussion Affordable, effective and easy to install HRV?

"I think the hardest part (if you want a grade-A installation) is having a mechanical space inside the envelope for the HRV/ERV and some of the ductwork. In my own house (1930s with 9-foot ceilings and large attic) I've been puzzling over that…"

Mar 27

David Meiland replied to Andrew Aliferis's discussion Affordable, effective and easy to install HRV?

"Some people seem to like the Panasonic spot ERV. Other than that, there's nothing particularly cheap/easy. You need an appropriate space for the unit and the ductwork. It can be fairly difficult in a retrofit, maybe easier in new construction."

Mar 27

David Meiland commented on Chris Kaiser's blog post Are LED bulbs ready for your home?

"We are mostly LED now, although we do have a few incandescents lurking here and there, and I have (24) T8s in my shop. Previously we were mostly CFL, but they don't compare to LEDs, not even close. The cost of what I bought a year ago vs. the…"

Mar 26

David Meiland replied to Andrew Aliferis's discussion Boxing a fan in the group Hall of Shame

"I tape the joints in the box with foil tape before I install the fan, then go in the attic after the drywall is in and foam the fan/drywall joint after the duct is attached and taped. I don't know how worthwhile it is, since a lot of air…"

Mar 24

David Meiland replied to Andrew Aliferis's discussion Boxing a fan in the group Hall of Shame

"If it's just a bath fan, what's the fire risk? Do the manufacturer's instructions call for clearance to combustibles?"

Mar 24

David Meiland replied to Paul Raymer's discussion Looking for a cure for a warping hardwood floor not caused by a leak

"Paul, you say "warping" but I assume you mean cupping. Which way, up or down? Or, is it shrinking/gapping? What is the width of the flooring? What grain? What climate?"

Mar 24

David Meiland replied to Austin Brown's discussion Heat Pump Problem - Aux mode

"It seems like the device installed by the utility would prevent resistance heat from coming on during moderate weather, assuming it's a load management device. That would allow them to keep some or all of your heat strips from coming on during…"

Mar 22

David Meiland replied to Jonathan Bluey's discussion HELP - AIR SEALING a Continuous Stone Interior/ Exterior Wall

"Are you saying that there's not a block or poured concrete wall in the middle of all that stone? That's almost inconceivable to me on modern construction, but I suppose it's possible... in which case you would have to grout the entire…"

Mar 7

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At 10:11am on March 9, 2011, Andrew McDowell said…: David,

Thanks for the comment. I was intending to use pressurization, but still am concerned about the liability. Even a pressurized house can disturb the material; then, with a leaky duct system, there is no assurance the material won't be drawn back in the house.

At 3:04pm on February 11, 2011, Diane Chojnowski said…: Hi David,

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!

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