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Automatic Gas Shutoff Valves

Guide describing different types of gas shutoff valves that prevent gas spills and can stop the flow of natural gas into a home during an accident or natural disaster.

Back-Draft Dampers at Shared Common Exhaust Duct

Guide describing how to install back-draft dampers in exhaust fans to make a shared duct possible.

Continuously Operating Ventilation and Exhaust Fans

Guide describing how to install continuously operating exhaust fans.

Existing HVAC System Upgrade or Expansion

Guide describing how to upgrade or expand an existing HVAC system.

Obvious Ventilation Controls

Guide describing how to install obvious ventilation controls.

Pre-Retrofit Assessment of Existing HVAC Systems

Information guide describing considerations for before retrofitting HVAC systems, retrofit scope considerations, and HVAC system replacement options.

Thermostat Controls

Guide describing the use and testing of programmable thermostats.

Whole-House Dehumidification

Guide describing options for adding dehumidification equipment to a home to maintain indoor relative humidity below 60%.

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