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Q&A OF THE WEEK: “How Can I Soundproof the Su...
Updated on April 9th, 2022
Q: How can I soundproof the suspended ceiling in my basement My daughter is moving in down there and I'm hoping that...Continue Reading
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Will the condensation underneath the vapour barrier in m...
Updated on January 17th, 2016
How should I insulate a 10 x 14-foot basement space for a wine cellar I’m building Three walls face soil and a rec...Continue Reading
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Maxwell’s Tips – Choosing the right Skylight...
Updated on January 17th, 2016
Choosing Skylights Q: Please help me make sense of the new skylight features I’m seeing on the market Can electric...Continue Reading
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RADON GAS: Reducing the Hazard in Your Home
Updated on April 10th, 2021
Last month I answered a reader’s question about high radon gas levels in homes, and the response from that article...Continue Reading
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Should I install a plastic vapour barrier on the inside ...
Updated on July 8th, 2021
Should I install a plastic vapour barrier on the inside of basement wall frames They’re made with wood studs, and I...Continue Reading
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Maxwell’s Tips – Building a Deck to Last, Re...
Updated on November 22nd, 2015
Building a Deck to Last Q: What details should I ask my builder for on our new deck We’ve paid a deposit already,...Continue Reading
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Is it necessary to apply a vapour barrier to the 3”-th...
Updated on July 8th, 2021
Is it necessary to apply a vapour barrier to the 3”-thick foam installed on the insides of concrete basement...Continue Reading
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Q&A OF THE WEEK: “How Can I Get Rid of the Sm...
Published on August 10th, 2023
Q: Do you know of any way to get rid of the smell of rats and mice My daughter bought a house in an old neighbourhood...Continue Reading
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Can I use regular insulation batts to replace the paper-...
Updated on July 8th, 2021
Can I use regular insulation batts to replace the paper-backed batts used between the ends of the floor joists where...Continue Reading
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BASEMENT FINISHING COURSE FREE SAMPLE
Updated on September 14th, 2021
Click for 50% discount on HOW TO FINISH A BASEMENT course until tomorrow October 6, 2019 Few people realize...Continue Reading