"You didn't mention what color the roof shingles are. Going with a light colored roofing material could be the solution for them."
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Robert D York Jr
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Robert D York Jr commented on Bijou Lulla's blog post What is the Consumer Attitude towards Energy Efficiency Products & Services"What I see is that people are grateful about the financial help that they get in paying for the measures done, but, they kinda glaze over if you try to get technical. I try very hard to get the customer involved in the projects I'm doing on…"
Robert D York Jr replied to Jonathan Bluey's discussion HELP - AIR SEALING a Continuous Stone Interior/ Exterior Wall"Try log cabin chinking."
Robert D York Jr replied to Jeff Stuart's discussion Blow machines in the group Weatherization"Accu 1 makes pretty good machines, 9300 and 9400 can blow cell or fiberglass. Biggest problem that I've had with them is getting voltage drop through cords. Eliminated it by setting up a breaker box inside the truck and running a 10 guage cord…"
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Robert D York Jr replied to Kari Sauder's discussion installing automatic door sweeps"I have used different models throughout the years. Love 'em. They can be cut to any size you want with a hack saw.
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Robert D York Jr commented on Green Training USA's blog post FREE RESNET EnergySmart Contractor Course with Green Training USA"Signed up for this course today. Already BPI Analyst/Envelope Certified, but every little bit helps."
Robert D York Jr replied to John Harper's discussion Roof Air Vents Above Bend Oregon Garage Attic"The only part of the puzzle that you are missing is that the attic space above the insulation is outside of the building envelope. That being said, adding more insulation would be your best bet. Transition walls between flats and cathedral ceiling…"
Robert D York Jr replied to John Harper's discussion Roof Air Vents Above Bend Oregon Garage Attic"John,
In reply to your questions.... Where does one draw the line on R value in an attic? If I had room for an R 287 in my attic, I would put it there. When airsealing the top plates of the walls I like to use an expanding foam. Great Stuff will…"
Robert D York Jr replied to John Harper's discussion Roof Air Vents Above Bend Oregon Garage Attic"Closing your vents, even temporarily, does not solve your problem of heat loss into this space. I would take a good look at the walls between the house and the garage. I would start by pulling back the existing insulation and airsealing the top…"
Robert D York Jr replied to George Whiting's discussion Retrofit insulation on the roof over cathedral ceiling" Remove the shingles, drill a row of holes and use an 1 1/2 blowing tube to dense pack insulsafe fiberglass into the cavity, plug the holes add some foam board, add 1/2'" plywood over that and then reshingle with a light colored…"
Robert D York Jr replied to Patrick Michaelyan's discussion Mold Growth & Draftiness Post Energy Improvements"Where is the dryer vent located? Has it been moved or damaged during work? Was it inspected? Is the hose full of lint?"
Diane Chojnowski left a comment for Robert D York Jr"Hi Robert,
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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- At 5:57am on January 4, 2013, Diane Chojnowski said…
Hi Robert,
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