With the participation of government energy efficiency departments, this DIY tutorial video provides up to date information on the latest techniques to insulate, weatherproof and ventilate your home. Home owners should know about three basic elements to a healthy and comfortable home: insulation, weatherproofing and ventilation.

This tutorial is geared toward all home renovators from the novice to the expert, as well as home owners who wish to hire professionals to execute home renovation projects.

This DIY tutorial includes:

• All the information needed to properly insulate your home
• Fibreglass insulation
• Extruded Polystyrene
• Mineral Wool
• Foam insulation
• Exterior wall insulation
• Insulation of the attic
• How to prevent air leaks
• Installation of vapour barriers
• Caulking of doors and windows
• Analysing problems with condensation
• Problems due to high humidity
• Ventilation
• Installation of an air exchanger

Ventilation, Asphalt Shingles, Skylights, Gutters

You will see in this learning video the complete refinishing of your roof, including the replacement of asphalt shingles, the application of self-adhesive  protective membranes, and the addition of skylights. You will also learn the basic principles of attic ventilation that are absolutely essential to the well being of your roof.The installation of new rain gutters is shown to give you a complete view of the work involved in refinishing your roof. Your roof will be protected from rain, snow, ice and heat for many years to come.

This video includes:

• Measures to take for personal safety
• Removal of old shingles
• Repair of the supporting structure
• Installation of a skylight
• Installation of self-adhesive protective membranes
• Installation of down spouts
• Installation of asphalt saturated paper
• The first row of asphalt shingles
• Installation of shingles, valleys, and peaks
• Installation of soffits below the cornice
• Complete installation of rain gutters