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by peace4q1
Fri May 06, 2016 8:05 pm
Forum: Mobile Home Repair
Topic: Window and Door replacement advice
Replies: 2
Views: 3220

Window and Door replacement advice

hello! 1. Where should I look to find a window that is a side to side glass slider type (with a screen) to install into a space when a wall a/c unit is removed? I have gone to the home improvement centers in the area and the RO of the window is too small & I am unable to find a window that will ...
by peace4q1
Wed Apr 13, 2016 12:05 pm
Forum: Mobile Home Repair
Topic: cover installed porch insulation with???
Replies: 2
Views: 2629

cover installed porch insulation with???

Hello, I have installed insulation (batting) under my porch where there once was none at all & I am getting different opinions for covering the insulation to improve the energy efficiency of the porch area. Some folks say just plastic sheeting, some say Tyvek type cover, and some are saying fibe...
by peace4q1
Mon Nov 09, 2015 10:24 am
Forum: Mobile Home Repair
Topic: crawl space fan anyone?
Replies: 7
Views: 6686

Re: crawl space fan anyone?

where is the vapor barrier sold?
by peace4q1
Mon Nov 02, 2015 8:18 am
Forum: Mobile Home Repair
Topic: crawl space fan anyone?
Replies: 7
Views: 6686

Re: crawl space fan anyone?

so the vapor barrier should be 6ml or thicker and what type of tape should be used and where are both sold? Is this something I can buy at the big box hardware stores? Does the plastic just cover the dirt or does it ride up part of the skirting?
by peace4q1
Tue Oct 27, 2015 10:37 am
Forum: Mobile Home Repair
Topic: crawl space fan anyone?
Replies: 7
Views: 6686

crawl space fan anyone?

I have a dirt crawlspace and was curious whether installing an exhaust fan for spring/summer use would be helpful with reducing moisture and improving air quality. thanx in advance for your responses http://www.energyvanguard.com/blog-building-science-HERS-BPI/bid/70974/What-Is-the-Best-Way-to-Deal-...
by peace4q1
Tue Oct 27, 2015 10:29 am
Forum: Mobile Home Repair
Topic: sealing ducts from the inside
Replies: 11
Views: 7796

Re: sealing ducts from the inside

Thank you all for your responses and also for saving me time and money =)
by peace4q1
Tue Oct 20, 2015 1:48 pm
Forum: Mobile Home Repair
Topic: sealing ducts from the inside
Replies: 11
Views: 7796

sealing ducts from the inside

Has anyone tried this? Is it worth it? (http://www.aeroseal.com/)

Also, adding additional insulation in the crawl space on top of the 1/2" rigid board I already have covering the (below the floor) fiber insulation, would I be wasting my time and money?