Overview - Condensation on the house side of thermal windows
Richard writes in: Hi, I could not find this second level question on your web site. I am familiar with the humidity levels required in a home to avoid condensation on the inside on a thermal pane...
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Quebec’s Decree to ban residential oil heating -- The hard truth and your...
(updated May 2022) Residential OIL HEATING is being phased out, but homeowners still have options that are much less expensive than going all electric. Pour une traduction française de cet article,...
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Do they not sell drills anymore? Is an impact driver a drill?
Drill A “drill” is defined as a spinning device that has an adjustable chuck able to clamp down onto a twist bit of just about any size. Yes they still make them – usually called “drill/drivers”,...
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Zoom Consultation - Detailing an in-floor heater
Video conferencing, like Zoom, is known for head-to-head talks, but it is also a dynamic tool for interactive inspections, remote on-site consultations, and remote on-site teaching. In 2016 I tried...
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Zoom Consultation - Transition between floors at slightly different levels
Video conferencing, like Zoom, is known for head-to-head talks, but it is also a dynamic tool for interactive inspections, remote on-site consultations, and remote on-site teaching. In 2016 I tried...
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Zoom Consultation - Drywall compound imperfections
Video conferencing, like Zoom, is known for head-to-head talks, but it is also a dynamic tool for interactive inspections, remote on-site consultations, and remote on-site teaching. In 2016 I tried...
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Zoom Consultation - Drilling straight without a guide
Video conferencing, like Zoom, is known for head-to-head talks, but it is also a dynamic tool for interactive inspections, remote on-site consultations, and remote on-site teaching. In 2016 I tried...
View ArticleQuebec all-electric? Not possible and not even a valid objective!
EN FRANÇAIS There is an elephant in the room – QUEBEC GETS REALLY COLD. The ecological dream of an all-electric urban society is suicidal in a cold climate like Quebec. Extended power system...
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Oil Lift Rock Cleaning Study May 2023
Getting oil out of rocks under water Applying Oil Lift Adding Flubber Dust
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HOW DOES HYDROXYL AIR SANITATION WORK? – THE SCIENCE
Hydroxyl generators are used heavily in industrial, commercial and institutional buildings including schools and hospitals for sanitizing the air, controlling offensive odours and providing that “fresh...
View ArticleWHERE CAN I BUY A QUALITY HYDROXYL AIR PURIFIER IN CANADA?
Residential sized units that I can recommend are now available for Canada direct from the factory in Florida. My research and experience have convinced me that using hydroxyl to clear the air of VOCs,...
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Residential Window Installation with Pressure Equalization
A research project by George Brown College and Jon Eakes Link to PDF: Pressure Equalization final report revised January 2024 -- George Brown College. Everyone is invited to a open Zoom webinar....
View ArticleWet Styrofoam -- will it dry out?
Wayland asked: “Does wet Owens Corning Formula Styrofoam ever dry out?” Extruded polystyrene insulation is generally considered waterproof. In fact it was first invented by Dow Chemical for the US...
View ArticleRemove the outside air intake for the furnace when going all-electric?
Gregory in Québec asked: I recently replaced my oil furnace with a heat pump/electric furnace system. I live in the region of Montreal. The heat pump can heat/operate in temperatures as low as -30c....
View ArticleHIGH DENSITY AIR FILTERATION (HEPA & CARBON) – DO I NEED IT?
After an exchange about hydroxyl air purifiers, Mike asks another question: "What is your opinion on purification units with HEPA and carbon filters versus the hydroxyl technology. I am reading a lot...
View ArticleWhat homeowners say about working with Jon Eakes.
The Bucket List “Having a Zoom call with Jon was so easy and efficient. I prepared a list of questions regarding various issues in my house. I was then able to walk around and show him in realtime each...
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Water radiator overheating the room.
Controlling a hydronic radiator when there is no water shut-off valve. Hydronic heating means heating with hot water or steam. With older systems it often means overheating as well! IS THERE...
View ArticleWhat is a Renovation Coach?
When I work as a Renovation Coach I do the following: Trace problems to their source Evaluate options for remediation Guide you in your project – step-by-step Help avoid future problems Critique...
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Changing energy conservation habits in the home via grade school education.
In 1990 I produced a video for NRCan (National Resources Canada) specifically targeted to grade school children to improve the energy efficiency of the family home. If things look a bit weird in the...
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