Effective Air Sealing: Drywall to Top Plate for a Tight Air-Sealed Home in Illinois

Creating a tight air seal in your home is vital for comfort, energy efficiency, and overall well-being. One crucial aspect of achieving comprehensive draft protection is air sealing drywall to the top plate. Let’s explore why this matters and how it’s done. Technical Description: Alternate Terms: Scope: How to Air Seal the Drywall to the…

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Porch Construction with Fully Aligned Air Barriers for Energy Efficiency

A whole-house draft barrier is a continuous layer of air-tight materials designed to prevent air leaks in a building. This barrier not only blocks the movement of air but can also serve multiple functions, including: Benefits of Whole-House Draft Barriers: Scope: Ensuring Proper Installation: Spray Foam Insulation: Description: Installation Steps for Fully Aligned Air Barriers…

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Enhancing Home Energy Efficiency: Installing Ceilings – Air Sealing and Insulating

Scope: Description: How to Air Seal and Insulate the Ceiling: Retrofit Ceilings In Existing Homes CAUTION Do not proceed if: How To Retrofit an Existing Ceilings to Establish a Complete Thermal Barrier Adding attic insulation is a popular retrofit in older homes. However, before adding insulation, it’s important to make sure that the ceiling deck…

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