Category: Accessory Dwelling Units

Stop Pests at the Source: How to Seal HVAC Line Set Openings

Want a healthier home? Seal off your HVAC line set openings — common entry points for rodents, snakes, and bugs — using Airex Titan GS30 and E-Flex Guard.

How to Prevent Electrical Outlets From Overheating

Protect your home from fires with this smart wiring tip. Learn how pigtailing electrical outlets reduces heat buildup and boosts safety.

How to Drain HVAC Condensate Water Away from the House

Learn how to properly drain HVAC condensate water to protect your crawl space and keep water away from your home’s foundation.

Load Test Circuits in a Low EMF Home Before Insulation

Learn how to properly load test circuits using an amp clamp and gauss meter before insulating and drywalling in a low EMF home.

How to Protect Your Bathtub During Construction

Learn how to protect your bathtub or shower during the construction phase to avoid costly damage and replacements.

How to Prevent Mold: Clean Your Walls Before Insulation

Before insulation starts, learn how to prevent mold from growing in the house by cleaning your walls and framing properly.

Straight Edge the Walls and Ceiling to Straighten Baseboards and Crown Moulding

Learn how to straight edge walls and ceilings to flatten surfaces and avoid uneven crown mouldings and sloppy baseboards.

Air Sealing Halo H7ICAT Can Lights

How does air sealing work for Halo H7ICAT recessed can lights? Here are some airtight installation techniques for better home efficiency.

Fire Sprinkler Installation in a Custom Home

Discover how to install Uponor’s AquaSafe multipurpose fire sprinkler system with PEX-A piping for seamless integration into your fresh water lines.

Frost-Free Hose Bib Installation & Waterproofing Detail

Learn frost-free hose bib installation with QuickFlash and slack-fed PEX-A for easy replacement and long-term serviceability.

How We Install a Fire Suppression System in a Custom Home

Learn how to install the Uponor AquaSafe fire suppression system using PEX-A expansion fittings, fire sprinkler heads & freeze-protection best practices.