Frost in Closet - Simple Reasons - Easy to Stop You have frost in your closet, right? That's why you're here. It may be on the ceiling or most likely an exterior wall. Should you be worried? Maybe. What Causes the Frost in Closet? The frost is caused by water vapor that condenses on the Read More »
Attic Condensation Podcast: Attic Condensation - Tim Carter, the founder of AsktheBuilder.com, talks with Marvin who lives in Lexington, KY about his pesky attic condensation. Marvin notices it forming on the tips of the nails protruding through his roof sheathing. Marvin's story was featured in Tim's November 7, 2018 Newsletter Home Improvement and Home Read More »
Many homeowners experience window condensation in the winter. Condensation can form on windows, walls, ceilings, the underside of roofs, and more places. Condensation on windows comes from the water vapor inside your home. Homes that are sealed-up, so they are more energy efficient, can produce condensation on windows.
Lower humidity in your home as the outdoor temperature drops to avoid condensation on your new energy efficient vinyl windows.
Condensation on new windows makes homeowners angry. New windows are not supposed to get wet inside. But new windows often seal air leaks and a tighter house means elevated humidity.
House Wrap and Vapor Barrier TIPS House wraps go on outside surface of house under siding Vapor barriers go on warm side of wall - See Below WATCH videos below for help Great improvements in newer house wraps CLICK HERE to Get Tim's FREE & FUNNY Newsletter! Janice Rozier, who lives in Folkston, GA, sent Read More »
Crawlspace Encapsulation TIPS Lots of incorrect info out there Bare soil pumps up water constantly Rectangle vents all but worthless Cover soil with special plastic CLICK HERE to Get Tim's FREE & FUNNY Newsletter! DEAR TIM: My head is spinning from all of the conflicting information I'm seeing online about crawl space encapsulation. Should it Read More »
Bathroom exhaust fans can dump cold air into rooms if they are not installed correctly. There are several places the cold air enters the bathroom fan exhaust pipe and room. Inferior, low-quality fans are often the problem.
Encapsulate Crawlspace Tim Carter discusses why it's important to encapsulate a crawlspace. Encapsulation is the latest crawlspace technology.
The Santa Fe Advance 2 is a great dehumidifier. How do you judge such things? Easy. The first thing to look at is how much water will it remove from the air in a 24-hour period. The Advance 2 by Santa Fe is rated at 90 pints of water. If you remember your grade school Read More »
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