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RE: Steam Shower Ventilation: Moisture Control Without Dumping Conditioned Air
The modest interlocked exhaust during steam production needs one extra check: verify actual airflow and room pressure, not just the fan’s low-speed setting. If makeup air is restricted, the fan may move far less air than...
RE: When gutters outlast the house: a rainwater mystery
Totally agree. I’ve pulled 40-year-old aluminum gutters off houses that were still solid, just needed a good scrub. Meanwhile, the fascia behind them was half rotted from some old overflow issue. It’s kind of funny how t...
RE: Keeping the air moving in big, open spaces
I get the appeal of attic fans, but I’ve always wondered if they’re worth it long-term, especially with the noise and dust issues. In my last place, I tried one for a summer and honestly, the draftiness made allergies wo...
RE: my house is getting smarter than me, and it's kinda weird
Surface raceways are a lifesaver when you’re trying to avoid tearing up old plaster. I get the hesitation about the look, but honestly, after a while you just stop noticing them - at least I did. Plus, if you paint them ...