#694: Bath Fans, Too Many Minisplits, and Second-Story Additions

Ian and Randy join Patrick in talking about how a lack of makeup air limits ventilation effectiveness and why a builder might install seven minisplits in a typically-sized home.  They talk about the challenges of add-a-level additions and how to keep the water out during construction.

Tune in to Episode 694 of the Fine Homebuilding Podcast to learn more about: 

• Effective ventilation using bath fans 
• The pros and cons of using minisplits for heating and cooling 
• Off-site panels and modules for add-a-level additions 

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