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A tragedy
I was informed last night that the person I have hired for the excavation had a close family member pass away yesterday. My heartfelt condolences go out to Parm and…
Alfie goes for a stroll – At last!
…eject onto a piece of plastic and ‘mould’ by plastic covered hand. But it will get the job done. Torch-On complete, waterproofing complete, ROCKWOOL insulation almost complete. As I knew…
The Barriers – A definition
…opened or the wind blows onto the building. On theEnclosure.ca, we are combining the WRB and AB by using a liquid tight but vapour open barrier that is also air…
A very poor week
…at first thought it was a relay but then a web search suggested I look at the alternator connections. Sure enough, the main neutral had corroded right off and with…
Website Enhancements
Today the website was updated to add a search utility to the Journal as well as a subscribe feature. Enter you email address and you will ensure you never miss…
Patience Required
…while I attended a THERM course at UBC. As part of the permit application process I need a Schedule B from each ‘professional’ involved with the project and then I…
Small Victories!
…your values when they are being tested, they’re not values: they’re hobbies.” —Jon Stewart (born 1962) Television Host, Writer, Comedian “Dreams and dedication are a powerful combination.” —William Longgood Author…
Thankful!
…the ramp, the building permit inspection, detailing of the door opening in the basement (I blocked out these ICF bays so that concrete cannot flow into them as they will…
Slab Happy – Revisited
…were sharp!). Compared to the rigid foams, the mineral wool is also easier to install because it is more forgiving due to its slight ability to compact. For instance if…
Building Permit Prep
It has been a busy week. I met with the Geotech on site Monday afternoon and dug 5 test holes around the perimeter of where the new house will go…