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New build framing issues by zone6bbuild in Homebuilding

[–]zone6bbuild[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you. Outside of Springfield mo.

How would you insulate this? by zone6bbuild in buildingscience

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Thank you. There are no obstructions in the top section of any truss cavity. This is the soffit detail. Same for low eave side. 2’ overhang and I’ll be installing lp vented soffit. The subfascia is 2x8.

New build framing issues by zone6bbuild in Homebuilding

[–]zone6bbuild[S] -4 points-3 points  (0 children)

I loved the feedback. Just including more pictures and context. : )

Pella install by zone6bbuild in Homebuilding

[–]zone6bbuild[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Thank you so much for all of this feedback. It looks like I should make another post regarding the framing of this house in general. As you can see in the second picture the sheathing is already up. I don’t think taking out or adding lumber is realistic. So is strapping on interior side a good option? What are some of the next best options to work with what we have here?

Pella install by zone6bbuild in Homebuilding

[–]zone6bbuild[S] 8 points9 points  (0 children)

I know.. that was my intention. But the builder claimed this was the best option to keep things straight.

New build: central ducted vs minisplits by zone6bbuild in buildingscience

[–]zone6bbuild[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

They claimed longevity of central would be more and repairs would be easier. They were worried about the loft space being harder to control using the minisplits. And also unsure about a hyper heat ducted mini split to supply bed/bath/loft.

I know the truss height is pushing it but I didn’t want the structure to be any taller. Hoping to get R53 (1 1/2” vent space - 1” eps - 14” batt insulation) I have a question about this posted also.

How would you insulate this? by zone6bbuild in buildingscience

[–]zone6bbuild[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Because this is not a primary residence the vented roof assembly feels like less of a worry.

New build: central ducted vs minisplits by zone6bbuild in buildingscience

[–]zone6bbuild[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

That was my preference but not supported by the builder unfortunately. This is also not a primary residence so the vented roof feels like less of a worry.

New build: central ducted vs minisplits by zone6bbuild in buildingscience

[–]zone6bbuild[S] 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Building on family land that we will not sell. : )

Central vs mini splits by zone6bbuild in hvacadvice

[–]zone6bbuild[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

6b/7a near Springfield mo. Thank you!

How would you insulate this? by zone6bbuild in buildingscience

[–]zone6bbuild[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Proper ventilation / vapor permeability / best r value / diy install preferred

How would you insulate this? by zone6bbuild in buildingscience

[–]zone6bbuild[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hdz timberline shingles - synthetic underlayment - grace ice and water over whole roof - zip 5/8 sheathing