Carbon/ Discussions

Where can I find Shou Sugi Ban carbonized wood siding?

...carbonized wood as an exterior finish in a few conditions. Is there a represntative that can contact our office? You may be able to findCarbonized Wood or Shou...

Posted by Peter Mitsakos July 12, 2022, 10:46 a.m. Exterior cladding 1 Responses

What type of framing is best to reduce CO2 emissions in a single family home?

...carbonemissions of standard homes built today. Read all about the materials used for construction here – ZeroCarbon家庭- S1600预制生态家庭aff…

Posted by Rachel Rodd Sept. 28, 2020, 3:04 p.m. Wood and organic materials 1 Responses

When I use my stove hood I get smoke odours in my home, is that due to negative pressure and how do I fix it?

...carbonmonoxide (CO) poisoning. How to remedy a problem of negative pressure: As mentioned above, make sure your furnace has an outside air intake. If the stove...

Posted by Anonymous Dec. 11, 2017, 12:37 p.m. Healthy indoor air quality 1 Responses

How do I get rid of carpenter ants?

We have a 50 year old house and our roof was redone 10 years ago and found the roof structure was damaged by ants. We saw them a lot back then but we didn’t se...

Posted by Shawn B Nov. 14, 2017, 10:27 a.m. Pest control 1 Responses

How much does a Tesla roof cost?

Can you send me info on a Tesla roof? What is the cost and time frame for install? I am in Erin, Ontario Canada The price for a Tesla Solar roof tiles in Canad...

Posted by Anthea Larke 2019年6月18日上午7:45 Renewable energy 1 Responses

你能把壁炉放在超密封塑料包装的房子里吗?

...carbonmonoxide poisoning or simply lack of air. will your fireplace even start? The more airtight a home is the better for performance and durability, but it c...

Posted by Kerry Forides Sept. 24, 2020, 2:46 a.m. Wood stove and biomass heat 2 Responses

Protection from Insects for Legalett Geo-passive super insulated slab on grade?

I've already contacted Ecohome about a quote for a full turnkey eco-habitate s1600 for where I am here in Nova Scotia. But one concern I have about the Legal...

Posted by James Burns April 30, 2020, 11:11 a.m. Slab on Grade 0 Responses

Where can I buy hemp batt insulation in Canada?

255sq ft surface area. Requiring hemp batt insulation for a metal structure. Would like to purchase Canadian product from Canadian diatributor (not California)...

Posted by Jen Moffat Sept. 23, 2020, 12:48 p.m. Insulation and soundproofing 1 Responses

Where can I find formaldehyde free cabinets that aren't plywood?

I'm looking for a formaldehyde free cabinet that is all wood and is no or low voc. No plywood please. Are you looking for formaldehyde-free cabinets for a kitc...

Posted by Camille Young Dec. 3, 2019, 7:56 p.m. Kitchens 3 Responses

Where can I find a prefab home in Canada?

I have lakefront property and I was thinking of a prefab home. Modern. What should I be asking and what are the pitfalls? I love this one: L’Abri 1850-BV But c...

Posted by Kathleen Thomas June 27, 2020, 9:45 a.m. Architecture and plan design 1 Responses

我在洛马琳达卡哪里可以找到绿色房屋建筑商?

for home renovations We don’t currently have a directory of green builders to offer unfortunately, but this page can help you I think - Tips for finding a re...

Posted by Yasmeen Zahid July 2, 2020, 1:59 p.m. How to Find Qualified Green Building Professionals 1 Responses

What is the best indoor lighting solution for a single story cathedral ceiling?

我们最初考虑的是教堂天花板上的嵌入式4英寸led照明(魁北克单层小屋,R60绝缘屋顶),但现在考虑……

Posted by Marc-Andre Roy June 1, 2021, 8:39 p.m. Lighting 1 Responses

Can moisture from the sand and aggregate under a slab cause rising damp?

I want to do a similar job raising a floor by 1 foot 2 inches to the level of an existing kitchen floor. The floor to be levelled is a concrete slab floor and ...

Posted by Frederick Beggy June 9, 2022, 11 a.m. Slab on Grade 3 Responses

安大略承包商可以很容易地建立家园的代码?

Hi! I live in Ontario and I'm wondering if it's easy enough for a contractor here to make adjustments to the home when assembling it to make it to code in Onta...

Posted by Kaylan Ssenfuma 2021年3月29日下午3:01 Building codes 1 Responses

How do you insulate a cathedral ceiling?

to vent or not to vent a cathedral ceiling. I'm leaning towards not venting my cathedral ceiling and using closed-cell spray foam insulation. My walls are do...

Posted by Raoul Lions Oct. 19, 2019, 8:07 a.m. Roof assemblies - new construction 1 Responses

What is Canada's climate zone?

Where or what is the climate zone? Canada has several climates zones, and it is important to consider the individual climate challenges of a location in the de...

Posted by Nathan Chan Nov. 25, 2020, 8:45 p.m. Lifestyle, location and commuting 1 Responses

冬天天花板潮湿的原因是什么?

我在印第安纳州买了一套1978年建的复式公寓。冬天气温降到20度以下时,天花板上的湿气就会变得很厉害,以至于天花板上的湿气会顺着天花板往下流。

Posted by Cheri Banet Jan. 23, 2020, 10:22 p.m. Wall assemblies - renovation 1 Responses

能预热返地舱进气吗?

你听说过用一个穿过加热板的专用管道预热ERV/HRV的进气吗?类似于地热换热器骗局…

Posted by A O 2020年4月6日下午12:16 Ground-coupled heat exchanger 2 Responses