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Spraying Polyurethane Foam over an Existing Roof

Olitch, Blogger, book author, one of the first FHB editors | February 1st, 20132 comments

Spray foam isn't just used for insulation--it can also be used for roofing.

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How to Stay Cool With a Metal Roof

ScottG, contributing writer | May 22nd, 20122 comments

David Martin is thinking about a new roof, and he likes the idea of a standing-seam metal roof. The roofing is durable, recyclable and may actually cut his energy bill. Or will it?

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A New Roof is an Opportunity to Add More Insulation

ScottG, contributing writer | March 20th, 2012

A homeowner in Baltimore needs to replace the built-up asphalt roof on his house, and wonders how to insulate it effectively at the same time

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Protecting a SIPs Roof From Decay

ScottG, contributing writer | February 7th, 20122 comments

Structural insulated panels do an excellent job of keeping energy losses to a minimum, but they're also susceptible to moisture damage unless detailed correctly

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Can an Unvented Cathedral Ceiling be Insulated with Dense-Pack Rock Wool?

ScottG, contributing writer | December 13th, 2011

A homeowner building a house in Massachusetts asks for advice on insulating a cathedral ceiling

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Best Attic for Hot/Humid Climates

Matt Risinger, Blogger | October 31st, 2011

Most houses in Hot/Humid climates don't have basements so that means that most ductwork in Southern house runs through super hot attic spaces. In this video I'll show you a rather civilized attic space that really makes for a comfortable & efficient house!

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Getting the Details Right for an Unvented Roof

ScottG, contributing writer | May 24th, 2011

The roof is on, and insulation contractors are now advising Ted Storm on how much open-cell foam to spray on the back side of the roof deck. Three contractors suggest the same thing, but is their advice on the right track?

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Ice Dams, Can Lights, Wet Walls, and Water Damage

DanMorrison, Executive editor, Fine Homebuilding & Green Building Advisor | January 27th, 201123 comments

It's the time of year that I watch my neighbor across the street pulls out her roof rake and begin raking her roof. Now it you all knew my neighbor, you might think nothing of it. This is the lady...

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How to Retrofit A Radiant Barrier: Paint it On

Matt Risinger, Blogger | October 9th, 2010

This 10 year old house didn't have a radiant barrier on the roof and replacing the plywood wasn't an option. We sprayed on Sherwin William E Barrier paint for an easy retrofit that should easily pay for itself with lower attic temperatures. Simple, affordable, easy. Pretty nice.

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Roof Top Rigid Foam - Taking Efficiency Through The Roof

Matt Risinger, Blogger | September 23rd, 20106 comments

Over the last year I've really been working on how to get my houses to the next level of greater energy efficiency and this video will show you my latest secret. We're laying down a thick layer of rigid ISO foam boards on top of the roof.

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House of 9 Gables in Alabama

Andy_Bell, member | August 11th, 2009

This is the house I built for my family. I did 90% of the work over 15 months. This is built in one of the oldest neighborhoods in Opelika, AL, now a historic district. On this site...

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