What is combustion air and why do you need it?
The use of fire has been an integral part of human evolution and civilization throughout the ages. As humans were able to learn how to control fire, we were able to spend more time [...]
How To Test For Lead Paint – DIY
Lead paint is a product that was commonly used in the 19th and 20th centuries in American homes and can be found in a vast number of homes built during this period. Lead based [...]
How To Test For Radon With Activated Charcoal Packets – DIY
For nonsmokers, radon is the leading cause of lung cancer in America. According to the Surgeon General, exposure to high levels of radon gas causes over 21,000 deaths each year. Radon gas is a [...]
DIY Weather-Stripping and Insulation at Attic and Crawlspace Hatches
Attic Access Hatch In most homes, air leakage through building penetrations is something that is hard to avoid, but there are some places in the home where excess air leakage can be [...]
Fiberglass Batt Insulation Orientation
Fiberglass batt insulation has been installed in residential construction since the 1930s. Fiberglass batts are easy to install and are used to slow the spread of cold and heat in a home. Common areas [...]
Roof Valley Sealing
The roof covering of a home is one of the single most important aspects of home construction. The roof has many responsibilities we heavily rely on, such as protection from exterior elements, moisture run off [...]