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Thermal Bridging and Issues with Windows
As a homeowner, heat loss is or should be a big concern. Energy escaping through the building envelope (walls, roof, floor) means more energy is required to maintain a consistent temperature or better said – comfort -within your home. It also means higher utility bills whether youâre building a new home or looking to refurbish…
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What Are Construction Thermal Bridges in Buildings?
Do you have a random âcold spotâ in your dining room or perhaps in an area where a sweater is always needed, no matter how high the thermostat is set? Thermal bridges may be at play. If you donât work in or around construction, you may have never heard the term âthermal bridgingââbut youâve likely…