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WUFI on the Side: A Quick Intro to Hygrothermal Modeling of Standard Walls and Why Code Walls With 6 Mil Poly VB May Be the Riskiest for Builders

Join Building Science Expert Trevor Trainor as he presents some simple hygrothermal modeling scenarios for standard walls across various Canadian climate zones. A bit of myth-busting along with some cautionary tales about building-to-minimum-code. A dive into why Poly as a VB (vapour barrier) is a poor choice in many regions of Canada—and the importance of vapour diffusion retarder technologies and products.

Is It Time for Another Look at Insulated Concrete Forms?

What do you need to know about sizing heat pumps? We have the answers to all your questions. Gord cautions that getting the most out of a heat pump depends on sizing it to the building and its systems.

Airtightness Testing in Large Buildings

Demand for more airtight large buildings is growing. Discover whether airtightness testing in larger buildings is just a matter of scaling up the procedures for a family home or if there are significant differences.

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Building Envelope

WUFI on the Side: A Quick Intro to Hygrothermal Modeling of Standard Walls and Why Code Walls With 6 Mil Poly VB May Be the Riskiest for Builders

Is It Time for Another Look at Insulated Concrete Forms?

Airtightness Testing in Large Buildings

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Building Envelope

WUFI on the Side: A Quick Intro to Hygrothermal Modeling of Standard Walls and Why Code Walls With 6 Mil Poly VB May Be the Riskiest for Builders

Is It Time for Another Look at Insulated Concrete Forms?

Airtightness Testing in Large Buildings

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