Educational
Passive House EP1:First Passive House ADU in Orange County
In this video, our contractor shows the team digging trenches and the problems they encounter, such as broken sprinklers and where the new plumbing will go. He also shows you the basic footprint of the ADU before the concrete gets poured.
Passive House EP2:Installing Foam Boards into the Footing of an ADU
In the city of Orange, CA we are getting the foam boards into the footing before the vapor barrier and concrete slabs go in. To ensure a level surface you'll see us cleaning off any dirt from the foam boards before we began installing the vapor barrier, which will be shown in the next episode.
Passive House EP3:Installing the last of the sub slab Insulation to the Foundation
In this episode, we are finishing up installing the sub slab insulation for the ADU in Orange, CA. Once that's accomplished, you'll see the concrete getting poured.
Passive House EP4:Using Stego tape to make a seamless foundation with our foam insulation
In the city of Orange, you'll see our team taping all the seams of the foam boards to ensure a weatherproof foundation before the vapor barrier gets installed. We will also show you how to properly use the Stego tape to go around the plumbing line to insulate better.
Passive House EP5:Using Stego Home Vapor Protector for the ADU
In this episode, our general contractor uses StegoHome Below-Slab Vapor Protection to help address the daily challenges of moisture and crucial weather. Creating a vapor tight foundation also helps for an overall more energy efficient home.
Passive House EP6:Finished rebar and concrete pour
In the city of Orange, our general contractor will show you the finished rebar, the concrete getting poured, and also how to maintain Passive House standards when it comes to putting foam in the foundation for under entry doors.
Passive House EP7:Pouring concrete and making the foundation level for framing to go up
In this episode of the Passive House ADU in Orange California, our general contractor shows the process of the concrete getting poured. Our concrete team levels it out and then puts water on it. This ensures your concrete slab will be strong and durable, preventing cracks and shrinks.
Passive House EP8:Framing the ADU
In this episode you'll see our general contractor walking through the ADU and showing the process of the framework that's been done. We've used strategic Passive House techniques within the framing which you'll see in the video.
Passive House EP9:The best materials to use for an airtight home
Our contractor is in Orange, CA discussing the newest addition to the ADU. He will explain what Pro Clima Solitex is and how it's being installed for this ADU Passive House.