When it comes to soundproofing, not all insulation is created equal. Rockwool excels at reducing noise transfer between rooms, making it ideal for: Bedrooms: Rockwool keeps sleeping spaces quieter, bl... ...more
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December 18, 2024•3 min read
Whether you’re building a new home or upgrading an existing one, cellulose insulation offers better energy efficiency, fire resistance, and long-term performance than fiberglass. ...more
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December 16, 2024•3 min read
A rain screen is a system that creates a gap or cavity between your home’s siding (or cladding) and its sheathing. This gap allows air to circulate and moisture to drain, preventing water from getting... ...more
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December 08, 2024•3 min read
Today, we’re diving into a critical yet often overlooked step in creating an energy-efficient home: sealing your box sills. If you’re building or remodeling, understanding why and how to address this ... ...more
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December 04, 2024•3 min read
An Energy Recovery Ventilator (ERV) is a mechanical system designed to enhance the air quality of a home. It works by: Bringing fresh, filtered air into living spaces like bedrooms, living rooms, and ... ...more
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December 02, 2024•3 min read
Think of exterior insulation as putting a warm winter jacket on your home. It’s not just about stuffing insulation between the studs; this outer blanket prevents thermal bridging, a phenomenon where h... ...more
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November 26, 2024•3 min read
For those unfamiliar, Heat Sheet is an innovative product designed to make installing radiant floor heating systems easier and more efficient. It’s a high-density foam insulation panel with built-in g... ...more
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November 24, 2024•3 min read
When you build a home, you’re essentially creating a barrier between the indoor and outdoor environments. But the traditional approach to insulating—focusing only on the space between the studs—leaves... ...more
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November 20, 2024•3 min read
Heat Sheet (sometimes referred to as Heat Shield) is a specialized insulation product designed for radiant floor heating systems. It combines insulation and a grid system into one, eliminating the nee... ...more
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November 17, 2024•4 min read
To start, prepping the window opening is crucial. We begin by installing a backer rod around the edges of the window frame. The backer rod is a flexible foam insert that fills the gaps around the wind... ...more
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November 03, 2024•4 min read
High-performance windows are more than just glass—they are engineered systems that keep homes energy-efficient and comfortable year-round. When selecting windows for a custom home, the right choice ca... ...more
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October 27, 2024•5 min read
The most important part of installing a window is getting the window opening prepped correctly. If you've been following along with our Bushel Hill Haven project, you might already know we like to sta... ...more
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October 21, 2024•4 min read
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