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This Old House Kicked My Butt! Air Sealing Fail - Steampunk Pt 4

Nate the House Whisperer

In this episode of the Steampunk Project series, host Nate Adams addresses a critical aspect of home renovation: air sealing. He explains that creating a tight building envelope is essential for maintaining comfort, health, and energy efficiency by preventing unwanted heat loss or gain as well as mo …

Air Leakage Ratio

Nate the House Whisperer

The core concept discussed in the video revolves around calculating and managing the air leakage ratio of a home, which is essentially determined by comparing the square footage above ground level to the airflow measurements provided by a blower door test. This metric serves as a critical indicator …