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Pros and Cons of an airtight house
A house needs to breathe, right? Yes, they do, but not the way most builders or homeowners think they do. Many argue for a leaky house to allow the house to breathe. That is one method to get fresh air. However, it is not th… more...
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Filtration
0 replies | 6947 views | Posted on: 04/24/2023 | Last updated: 04/28/2023
Rheem's Plug-In Hybrid Heat Pump Proterra Water Heater - Energy Efficient and Also Great for Retrofits
Rheem was the first manufacturer to launch a plug-in hybrid heat pump water heater, and Green Builder Matt Hoots got an up-close look and spoke with Scott Cohen of Rheem Water Heating at this year’s Internation… more...
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Heat Pumps
0 replies | 3953 views | Posted on: 02/26/2023 | Last updated: 04/08/2023
Mini Split Compressor Placement in Cold Climates (Think about Snow and Other Conditions)
It’s important to think about mini split condenser location in cold climates where it’s likely to snow, or really where anything will affect the proper functioning and longevity/durability of the unit. I hope by sharing, s… more...
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Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning (HVAC)
4 replies | 7622 views | Posted on: 02/03/2022 | Last updated: 04/03/2023
Mini Split Cold Weather Design Advice and Guidelines, with Mitsubishi
Your mini split might work better if you don’t bury it under the snow… In all seriousness, Shawn from Mitsubishi chats with Matt Hoots and gives some advice on optimal conditions for mini split compressors and equipment&n… more...
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Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning (HVAC)
0 replies | 7112 views | Posted on: 04/20/2022 | Last updated: 03/31/2023
Whisper Green Fans from Panasonic Eco Solutions - Quiet Prevention for Moisture and Condensation (and Smart!) (Video)
Check out Matt Hoots’ interview with Ken Nelson from Panasonic Eco Solutions at the International Builders Show/Kitchen & Bathroom Show. In this video, Ken gives an introduction to the Whisper Green Select li… more...
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Fans
1 replies | 12328 views | Posted on: 08/09/2020 | Last updated: 01/30/2023
Reviewing the Top Benefits of Healthy Air at Home, with Aprilaire (Video)
In this video, Patrick Dougherty shares an introduction to Aprilaire's whole house ventilation and healthy home solutions with Matt Hoots at the International Builders Show/Kitchen & Bathroom Show. Indoor air qu… more...
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Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning (HVAC)
0 replies | 13346 views | Posted on: 08/31/2020 | Last updated: 01/27/2023
A Quick Look at Mitsubishi Electric's Residential HVAC Models - Great Gains in Energy Efficiency (Video)
At the International Builders Show and Kitchen and Bath Show, Matt Hoots had the opportunity to talk with Chad Gillespie from Mitsubishi Electric to review what’s new in their residential offerings for 2020. Chad r… more...
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Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning (HVAC)
0 replies | 9842 views | Posted on: 09/06/2020 | Last updated: 01/27/2023
VIDEO: Spot Energy Recovery Ventilation (ERV) - Designed for One Location (vs Whole House)
Learn about spot energy recovery ventilation (designed for one room/location) in this “unboxing” video, and… meet Matt’s dog, Oliver! Matt reviews the components of an Energy Recovery Ventilator (ERV) and … more...
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Energy Recovery and Heat Recovery Ventilation
0 replies | 7468 views | Posted on: 09/13/2020 | Last updated: 01/24/2023
Webinar: Heat Pump Application & Design (Content Available 24/7)
Recorded Webinar: Heat Pump Application & Design Recorded: Tuesday, June 16 | 2:00 pm Central Speaker: Kimberly Llewellyn - Performance Construction Technical Lead at Mitsubishi Cost: Free This webinar will focus on sizing an… more...
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Heat Pumps
0 replies | 3193 views | Posted on: 11/09/2020 | Last updated: 01/20/2023
An Introduction to Aprilaire and Whole House Air Quality Systems (Video)
Join green builder Matt Hoots as he interviews Joseph Hillenmeyer, Channel Marketing Manager for Aprilaire. Joseph shares some company history as well as an overview of key issues related to whole-house filtration and humidity c… more...
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Humidity Control Equipment
0 replies | 15029 views | Posted on: 02/23/2021 | Last updated: 01/09/2023
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