Why Do My Walls Get Hot?

Why Do My Walls Get Hot?

There are a few reasons your walls might be getting hot. If you live in an area with high temperatures and humidity, the air inside your home can cause your walls to sweat. This is especially true if your home isn’t well-ventilated. Another possibility is that your furnace or air conditioner is set too high,…

Can Heat Pass Through Walls?

Can Heat Pass Through Walls?

Heat transfer is the process of heat being transferred from one object to another. In order for heat to be transferred, there must be a temperature difference between the two objects. There are three methods of heat transfer-conduction, convection, and radiation. All three methods can occur through walls. Conduction is the transfer of heat through…

What Does a Warm Wall Mean?

What Does a Warm Wall Mean?

A “warm wall” is a term used to describe a building envelope that is designed to minimize heat loss. This can be accomplished through the use of insulation, thermal mass, and/or solar gain. A well-insulated warm wall will maintain comfortable indoor temperatures with minimal energy input. If you’ve ever wondered what a warm wall is,…