2186 Green Pro Questions

If your crawlspace is damp, the first thing is to solve the moisture problem. Be sure that you have a properly lapped and sealed vapor barrier on the crawlspace floor and extending up the sides of...

Before investing into a heating source, you need to focus on the insulation. To do this properly, consider stripping off the bead board to expose the studs, and install either blanket...

While I have to say air-sealing is a necessity it is probably not the cause of this especially as the air flow typically for you is not coming in from the attic but heading out through the...

Based on codes & best practices you need to use a hot roof system & it does not need to be vented (50" of snow is tipping point) You will need more than 1" of closed cell foam - you...

In short, yes it is unless you are talking about that fanfold stuff. For best results you should consider two layers with offset seams as all materials do expand & contract. Not only will...

The best item would be installing an ERV which would help year round - with that it doesn't hurt to open things up to help clear out pollutants. For more -...

Open up your house as much as you like, but for the times you can't you should have some sort of ventilation system. In this climate most opt for an exhaust only system due to its cost.

I am a huge supporter of the use of solar power. However, installing panels on a home which is 23 years of age may not be the best idea. Solar panels are not the end all to our energy...

In short - generally run far & fast. Long answer - first see what you can do about reducing usage - air-sealing, insulating, changing of bad habits, etc... As for solar vrs. buy - you maybe...

The down turn in the economy has taken its toll on the skilled trades, and with construction a lending in an up turn, it is harder to find contractors and trades men to handle small projects....

The first week is critical for watering, after that you need to cut back. As for mowing, let it dry for a day or two after that first week & you should be able to mow with no issues As for...

Yes you can, as the only time one really works is when humidity / dew points are real low which would help stop the floor from drying out to much

Yeah Title 23 says no from what I recall - must be a demand activated which is the better option anyways. The where depends on your piping system - with then exception of homerun types of...

Thicker glass, solar shades or awnings that can block light.

No they don't, but check out Nevada rental rights & local State agencies like Dept of Health

Caulk would be better due to expansion & contraction - as for "soiling," was the system tested for leakage. You are in California & it should have been but was it sealed adequately.

Just let it air out - the VOC's dissipate over time as the product sets

No it's not true (if installed properly) & the buckling is probably caused by the moisture from the slab - adding more glue won't help. It needs to be torn up, glue scraped & installed...

The first thing to consider is how big of a system do you need - this is generally based off of # of bedrooms & square footage. As for the layout - that is based on the layout of your house...

It would benefit you by saving cost on energy for sure. If you look at your annual spend and the percent this insulation will save you, you can calculate your return on investment for foam...