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As homes across North America experienced increased snow loads this winter, the cases of ice-damming have gone off the charts. Join Andy Oding and Trevor Trainor, President of Bawating Building Science, as they dive into the fundamental building science of ice dams.
Read MoreJoin BKC Principal Gord Cooke and Trim Tab Founder Tom Grochmal as they review new technologies and case studies that open the door to future (affordable) mass-retrofit solutions for Canadian homes.
Read MoreMost Canadian homes have hot water heaters but residents don’t pay much attention to them because they run quietly in the background. Conventional hot water heaters have been getting more efficient, but there are now alternatives and add-on technologies on the market that builders and homeowners should learn about.
Read MorePost summary/blurb: Join the Energy and Decarbonization Team at BKC with host Andy Oding as they explore Hybrid HVAC design examples with mechanical experts Steve Myers of Air Solutions and Jason Rende of BKC.
Read MoreNew materials and techniques are prompting many builders to re-examine how they ensure the airtightness of building envelopes—and literally turning this important work inside out. In this video, Building Knowledge Canada leaders Gord Cooke and Andrew Oding visit a home under construction and discuss the advantages of securing airtightness from the building exterior.
Read MoreAs homes and buildings become more airtight, we also realize that in the absence of good ventilation buildup of humidity, especially in crowded houses and very cold climates, can lead to poor IAQ and potential growth of mold. Residents can improve their IAQ and get the most out of their HRV or ERV by knowing how it works and adjusting it from time to time.
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