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Build Like a Pro: Insulate and Weatherize is a complete guide to do-it-yourself home insulation and weatherization. Written by engineer Bruce Harley, the book offers practical and effective troubleshooting advice and solutions that will help you identify the hidden energy wasters and moisture problems that can do serious damage in your home. Featuring clear explanations, hundreds of photos, and detailed illustrations, this book will guide you step by step through the process of upgrading both structures and systems, helping to save money on energy bills. 176 pp.
This book brings you information on:
finding and sealing sources of air leakage
choosing the best insulation materials
preventing costly moisture damage
troubleshooting windows, doors, and skylights
maintaining heating and cooling systems
using electricity and heating fuel efficiently
curing foundation problems
Build Like a Pro: Insulate and Weatherize - Table of Contents:
Introduction
How to Use This Book
Energy Basics
Understanding Heat Transfer
Defining the Thermal Boundary
Energy, Moisture, and Building Durability
Air Barriers and Indoor Air Quality
Weighing Costs and Benefits
Sealing Air Leaks
Air-Sealing Priorities
Attic Air-Sealing
Basement/Crawl Space Air-Sealing
Sidewall Air-Sealing
Weatherstripping Doors and Hatches
Ventilation Systems
Do I Need a Ventilation System?
Simple Ventilation Systems
Central Ventilation Systems
Insulating a House
Attic Insulation
Sloped Ceilings
Insulating Walls
Insulating Floors
Insulating Foundation Walls
Windows
Window and Energy Basics
Replacing Windows
Improving Existing Windows
Heating Systems
Simple Conservation
Furnaces
Heat Pumps
Electric-Resistance Heat
Hot Water and Steam Boilers
Upgrading or Replacing Heating Equipment
Air-Conditioning
Cooling Basics
Reducing Loads
Maintenance and Upgrades
New Air-Conditioning Systems
Heating Hot Water
Hot Water Conservation
Maintenance and Efficiency Upgrades
Replacing Hot Water Systems
Renovations
Air-Sealing
Insulation
Built-Up Walls and Roofs for High R-Values
Moisture Control
Mechanical Systems (Heat, A/C, Hot Water, Ventilation)
Build Like a Pro: Insulate and Weatherize
