Tonight I went to the corner store and bought a pack of Wrigley's Spearmint (not the small 5 stick but the 15 stick).I opened the package and I noticed that the gum is now paper wrapped and they seem to have gotten rid of the foil.When did this start?
recently, im not sure if yours said it, but they did it because its more eco friendly, changing from aluminum to paper is the equivalence of 60 million aluminum cans per year (something like that)
Do not leave windows open, that's stupidThe condensation is due to tempdifferences ie glass of ice water will sweatThere are some window insulators that are relatively inexpensive that will help this problem if not fix itThese kits contain heat shrink plastic that will make the window more efficient thus controlling the problemAny person who lives in that house will have had the same problem and it can lead to a mold growing which can become hazardous to your healthMake sure you do everything possible to minimize moisture, make sure dryer vent is going to the exterior and vent in bathroom is turned on while showering and so forthGood Luck and be safe.
I'm sure you have insulation in the attic and walls being the house is in Washington, did the old owner say they have a problem with the house staying warm or are you just trying to get a higher R value? Most older houses just won't be as energy efficient due to the nature of their construction practices back thenWe have come a long way and we are constantly making improvements in the way we build now to save energy but short of pulling off drywall and re-insulating and running more efficient ducts then you can only do so much with what you have nowThe fact that they put up double pane windows is a good start though.
I can't advise on the insulation standards but I have some ideasIs there any way to find out what building codes were when the house was built? Would there be plans on file at the city hall? Also, why don't you find out what the heating bills have been, and compare to a new house? That might give you a clueOtherwise, if the house is what you want, the price is right, and it has no other faults, I don't think I would let this stop me from buying itIt can be fixed, and if you're a DIY type, for not a pile of moneyThe major heat loss is through the attic, usually.
