Water Pipe Insulation Rules in Mississippi and Why Your Pipes Will Most Likely Freeze
Most Mississippians live in climate zone 3, and pipe insulation is at the core of the defense against freezing temps. This thermal barrier can help slow heat loss to its colder surroundings. However, don’t assume your new home meets the minimum standard for pipe insulation. As a matter of fact, most homes here don’t have […]
Can Wind Washing Clean Your Plow
When the wind blows against your house and leaks air inside, it loses the battle with the wind. The idiom “clean your plow” can refer to outwitting someone or something, or winning a contest. Leaky buildings lose the wind washing battle, and correcting the issue post-construction is challenging. The most common type of wind wash […]
Will Freezing Temps Ruin PEX Pipe?
Bottom Line! I have a run of PEX in my attic that freezes when the outdoor temps falls to about 15 degrees. Once my attic warms up (after a few hours the next day) the pipe thaw. So far no leaks.
You Have a Hole in Your Ceiling The Size of a Basketball
If the crack is in your ceiling hot air in the attic can draw/suck cold conditioned air out. It happens through a natural principle of science call convection.
2 Reasons Why Frost is Forming in My Attic?
I got a call from a past inspection client this morning. He has a valid concern: frost forming and water dripping from his decking – inside his attic. The frost forming in his attic is basic building science. 1) Super cold temps (frigid air)  are present in your attic and mixing with 2) Warm moist air […]