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Old 04-12-2016, 03:41 PM
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Originally Posted by debow View Post
What ever you buy, invest in additional attic insulation. That's where you have the majority of heat gain, cooling lose. I have a stucco, it seems really tight, no air infiltration. Can't speak for framed construction.
You are correct regarding the attic insulation. May I add that block construction provides a very quiet inside environment from outside noise.