Stove recommendation for ICF house with 13-14'' chimney
Hello! This is my first post, but I''ve already learned a lot by reading through these forums. I''m building an ICF house on the Colorado Front Range, and I''m looking for a recommendation. The
Secret to not smoking out house when starting your stove
In the coldest of days if my stove has been off and the flue is ice cold, I''ll give it some help my putting my propane torch up there for about 5-10 seconds. I know there''s people who will
crawlspace whole-house dehumidifier vibration/noise
I''ve installed a whole-house dehumidifier in my crawlspace. For various reasons (primarily drainage), I hung it from the floor joists above, using a simple platform made of 2x4s supporting a
Are Solar Panels Waterproof? Materials/Design Explained
When switching to solar power, it is not just the panels that need to be waterproof; the roof where the PV array is being installed should also be
Pellet stove in basement to heat whole house?
Hey guys, So I have a very small house in Western MA (main floor just under 900sq ft + walkout basement/built in garage which will not be heated, about 700sq ft of basement that will be
DESIGNING A NEW HOUSE FOR WOOD HEATING
I built a boiler building away from the house insurance on it is $16 a year.With new construction I would include hydronic tubes in the slab best heating ever.The boiler was expensive
How to route chimney in a cape-cod style house
Hi all, I''m new to the forum, but I have heated with wood since I was little. We now have a house that doesn''t have a chimney, and we bought an Englander (2200 sq ft model) wood stove from
Can Solar Panels Be Installed in the Rain?
Indeed, photovoltaic panels can be installed in the Rain, and they''re certainly made to be water-resistant. Some specific reasons and elements add
Two story house
The house is fairly well insulated with good windows. It runs fairy stable around 60 on second floor. I run first floor at around 65. this is with temps in the teens at night and twentees
My house is "concrete slab" foundation (no basement). Am I losing
I have no basement in my house - sits on a concrete slab. I have tile/hardwood/pergo floors and yes they are cold in the winter. We''ve got some carpet and rugs covering about 50% of the
Creosote running down outside of pipe, inside of house
The past few days, creosote is running down the outside of the pipe that is inside the house, between the ceiling and the stove. The exterior pipe looks fine. Also, this fall we had resealed
Are Solar Panels Waterproof?
Solar panels are meant to sit in the warm sun to generate clean, green energy. If water seeps into your solar panels, this heat may evaporate the
2009 House with Fireplace Insert
Our house was built in 2009 and it has a beautiful fireplace with an insert. We didn''t do too many fires last winter (maybe 1) but this year are wanting to use it more.
Preventing and Mitigating Flood Damage to Solar Photovoltaic Systems
Discusses the importance of proactive measures, including site assessment, flood level considerations, and various engineering approaches to prevent and mitigate flood damage to solar photovoltaic
Can Solar Panels Be Installed in the Rain?
While it''s always best to install solar panels in dry conditions, if you must proceed in wet weather, following these tips can help mitigate risks and ensure a successful installation.
Do Solar Panels Work in the Rain?
This article will explore how rain affects solar panel efficiency and whether it can function effectively in less-than-ideal weather. Understanding the performance of solar panels in various
Are Solar Panels Waterproof?
Continue reading to find out if the solar panels you are planning to install in your home or office are fit for damp conditions! Most solar panels are waterproof and
Rain And Flooding: Are Your Solar Panels Meant To Last?
Solar panels are designed to sit outside in the elements for over