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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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