Vapor barriers block water vapor, while moisture barriers block liquid water. Vapor barriers are installed on the warm side of the insulation, whereas moisture barriers are applied on exterior walls.

Whitehorse city council has approved bylaw changes aimed to help prevent another building permit backlog.

The Department of Energy even recommends using cold water to do your laundry whenever possible. (Dreamstime/TNS/The Minnesota ...

Industrialized strength perforated radiant barrier attic insulation is tear and puncture proof. Entire roll cuts easily with utility scissors or hack saw. Non-toxic, non-carcinogenic, fiber free ...

Other changes include reducing building permit application fees for certain types of housing, requiring separate inspections for a building's framing and insulation and vapour barrier ...

If you are replacing your attic insulation, spray foam can help create an excellent vapour barrier when installed properly. It is more expensive, though. Be aware that bathroom and kitchen ...

The main concern is that sheep wool insulation typically doesn't have a vapor barrier, and you may have to pay for additional installation which can up the total cost by $0.30 to $0.50 per square foot ...

Rigid Foam Insulation: Rigid panels made of polystyrene or polyisocyanurate. These boards are great for basements because ...

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Air drafts can rapidly chill a house, no matter how much you run your heating system. If you've ever wondered why your house ...