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REVISION HOUSE SCOTTSDALE PROJECT




                                                                                           UNCONDITIONED
                                                                                           SURRENDER

                                                                                           In the remodel, we’ll convert

                                                                                           the existing R-19 vented attic
                                                                                           to a non-vented attic, with
                                                                                           R-49 closed-cell foam, plus a

                                                                                           layer of 1-inch Thermax on
                                                                                           top of the roof deck.






















                                                                                           Dark secrets. Upstairs, “cool” air coming
                                                                                           out of ceiling vents sometimes hits the
                                                                                           living space at 76 degrees, when it should
                                                                                           be closer to 55 degrees. Note the
                                                                                           overheating attic access panel at the far
                                                                                           end of the hall.


































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