How to control moisture in attics
Do you feel smell of a mold entering your house under damp weather conditions, usually in summer? Do you see evidence of water stains or mold on the sheathing, rafters or trusses in your attic? Is your attic insulation packed down or stained by water or ice? If the answer is yes to any or all of these questions, you got excessive moisture in your attic.
Attic moisture and your climate
Natural attic ventilation, with 1 ft2 (0.09 m2) of vent opening for every 300 ft2 (28 m2) of attic area, was proven to effectively prevent condensation in attics and as a result the 1:300 rule was born. The outdoor temperature in the experiment was –10°F (–23°C) and indoor conditions were 70°F (21°C) and 40% relative humidity. But these conditions are typical to cold inland climates only. Chances are you do not live in a cold inland climate and, as a result, the 1:300 rule does not apply anymore.
Why and how to install a shower filter
Did you know that taking hot showers causes your body to absorb more chlorine and toxins then drinking water from the same chlorinated water supply?
Chlorine is used to kill harmful bacteria in the public watter supply but it is also toxic for you. Many people know this fact and use water filters to remove chlorine from the drinking water. But most of them neglect the truth that taking showers with chlorinated water is even more dangerous. Read more
Why and how to install an attic vent
Ventilating your attic can benefit you in a number of ways by preventing ice dams on your roof and decreasing your heating and cooling energy costs. In addition, your will prevent costly repair bills by preventing moisture build up in your attic which affects the insulation and in the end the lifetime of your shingles. Typically, the more air flow in from outside the better but not in all cases!
How to Prevent Icicles and Ice Dams on Roofs
You noticed that icicles form at the edge of your roof, but your neighbors do not have any? This is a sure sign that you have an attic insulation and ventilation problem. When snow accumulates on the roof, here is what it can happen to it: (1) evaporate from the action of the sun, (2) melt if the outside temperature is above the freezing point, enter the gutters and flow to the ground or …
I really like water – do I need a lifejacket or a PFD?
Boating, fishing, camping and playing near water are among my favorite summer activities. My kids also love them. Last time my 5 year old son caught the largest fish. This made him very proud and happy - he was truly beaming!
As parents we should make sure kinds are safe when going on water or playing near water and close supervision is not enough. Is a Lifejacket better than a Personal Floating Device (PFD)?
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