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Home Diagnosis
Corbett and Grace Lunsford diagnose mystery problems in homes.
S2, EP3 "Destruction: Water Is Everywhere"
The Lunsfords introduce the concept of home chemistry and microbiology.
S2, EP4 "The Truth About Home Building: Real Life of a Contractor"
The Lunsfords talk about being the designers, builders and labor crew all on one project and also provide guidance on how to have a healthier relationship with contractors.
S2, EP5 "This Little Light of Mine: Holes in the House (Windows, Skylights and Doors)"
Debunking the myth of windows and doors causing all drafts; stack effect; the blower door test.
S2, EP6 "Windbreakers: Airtightness and the Enclosure"
Housewraps, all in one WRB sheathing, tapes, and foams help seal a house tight but they must be ventilated correctly.
S2, EP7 "Slow Burn: Combustion"
Fire and how it affects home chemistry; proper kitchen exhaust sizing and usage; the dangers of combustion gases and low level carbon monoxide poisoning.
S2, EP8 "Keeping the Cold at Bay: Heating Methods at Home"
Home heating methods including forced air ducted and ductless systems, boilers and radiant heat; the basics of thermodynamics; the installation of a high performance HVAC system and the beginnings of airflow and pressure testing.
S2, EP9 "Opening the Icebox: Cooling and Drying"
The world of psychrometrics and keeping temperature and humidity in balance; the history of air conditioning; consolidating home climate control tools; ductwork and airflow.
S2, EP10 "The Headaches of Homechem: Why We Should Care"
The simple activities of cooking, cleaning and just being inside a home causes what researchers call an astronomically elevated level of pollution.
S2, EP11 "Healing Your Homechem: Solutions for Indoor Chemistry"
Strategies to control HomeChem include filtration, humidity control, outdoor ventilation systems and correcting home pressure imbalances.
S2, EP2 "Big Picture: Performance vs. Energy Efficiency"
Indoor Air Quality requires understanding ventilation and air tightness targets.
S2, EP1 "Form vs. Function: Aesthetics vs. Performance"
The Lunsford family reflects on their origin story and why they decided to design and build their own home; selection of materials; the ways geometry and space organization affect performance.
S1, EP6 "Atlantic City, NJ Not Your Average Homeowner"
Assessing the performance of a multileveled home with a central aquarium system, extra attics and an indoor/outdoor swimming pool.