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Can New Brunswick walls be filled from outside?
Yes, NB walls can absolutely be filled from the outside — this is called exterior drill-and-fill, an...
Blown-In & Loose FillHow does blown-in rockwool compare to blown-in fibreglass for fire resistance in New Brunswick attics?
Blown-in rockwool (mineral wool) offers significantly superior fire resistance compared to blown-in...
Rigid Foam BoardWhat is a Larsen truss and does New Brunswick use them?
A Larsen truss is a site-built framing extension that attaches to the exterior of an existing wall t...
Building Code & R-ValuesAre pot lights allowed under New Brunswick insulation?
Pot lights (recessed lights) can absolutely be installed in ceilings below insulated attics in New B...
Rigid Foam BoardDoes rigid foam suit a Dieppe garage door?
Rigid foam insulation panels are a practical and effective choice for insulating a Dieppe garage doo...
Air Sealing & Vapour BarriersWill air sealing raise humidity in a Moncton home?
Yes, air sealing will raise indoor humidity levels — and in Moncton's climate, that's mostly a good...
Batt & Roll InsulationWhat batt thickness suits New Brunswick walls?
For most New Brunswick homes, the right batt thickness depends on your wall framing — R-22 batts in...
Energy Efficiency & AuditsHow long is the payback on New Brunswick insulation?
In New Brunswick, most insulation upgrades pay for themselves in 5 to 10 years — and some targeted i...
Spray Foam InsulationCan spray foam fill a Saint John cantilever floor?
Yes, spray foam is one of the best solutions for insulating a cantilevered floor in Saint John — and...
Energy Efficiency & AuditsWhat does a full home energy audit cost in NB, and how does that cost factor into the ROI calculation for insulation upgrades in Fredericton?
A full home energy audit (EnerGuide evaluation) in New Brunswick typically costs $400–$650, and in F...
Energy Efficiency & AuditsWhat does a New Brunswick blower door test show?
A blower door test measures exactly how much air is leaking through your home's building envelope —...
Basement & FoundationHow do New Brunswick's freeze-thaw cycles affect the performance of insulation applied to a poured concrete foundation in Fredericton?
Fredericton's freeze-thaw cycles are one of the most aggressive forces acting on a poured concrete f...
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