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Will my fiberglass wall insulation be compressed too much by adding a foam board and sealer in each cavity?

— Nick Sandoval San Jose, CA

Answered by Sean Lintow Sr on April 18, 2013

The new evaporator ductless split system heat pumps have high SEER and no duct loss. What's the expected life on this type of system?

— Sheila Lexington, KY

Answered by Sean Lintow Sr on April 18, 2013

How do I fix two layers of rolled FG in my attic inside wall? Any other suggestions to decrease the power consumption on this type of home?

— Allen Withycombe Lexington, SC

Answered by Scott Grieves, CPM, CEA on April 18, 2013

We want to have vaulted ceilings in an old wooden house we're remodeling. Is this a good idea?

— Meredith Atlantic Beach, FL

Answered by Michael Holcomb on April 18, 2013

What distinguishes one cellulose from another? I've noticed a very wide range of pricing for packaged cellulose and don't understand why.

— Stephan Pollard Fayetteville, AR

Answered by Polly Osborne, FAIA, LEED AP on April 9, 2013

Does exposed insulation in a basement ceiling need to be covered?

— Teresa Brunswick, OH

Answered by Harold Remlinger, AIA, LEED AP, NCARB on April 8, 2013

Where is a water circulating system return line (not the cold line) plumbed into the water system?

— Bill Santa Cruz, CA

Answered by Sean Lintow Sr on April 1, 2013

What kind of furnace is best for my home? I have forced hot air now.

— DIP Orland, ME

Answered by Sean Lintow Sr on April 1, 2013

Which way to face the front door? Which way is best to orient the house for maximum cooling efficiency?

— amy Missouri City, TX

Answered by Sean Lintow Sr on April 1, 2013

My L-shape kitchen has radiator heat that takes prime wall space. If I remove it what other type of unit can I use?

— TARA HOLMSTEDT Omaha, NE

Answered by Harold Remlinger, AIA, LEED AP, NCARB on April 1, 2013

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