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Air Sealing, Insulating, and Venting Attics and Roofs to Reduce Heat Gain

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Information guide providing links to guides describing specific ways to air-seal, insulate, and ventilate attics and roofs to minimize heat gain in new and existing homes.
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Attic Ventilation Fans

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Information guide describing the use of attic ventilation fans to mechanically pull outside air through the attic in an attempt to cool the attic, control moisture, and prevent ice dams.
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Calculating Attic Passive Ventilation

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Information guide describing how to calculate attic passive ventilation with example calculations.
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Disaster-Resistant Roof Venting

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Guide describing the installation of roof vents that are resistant to damage from high winds and entry of wind-borne rain, wildfire embers, or pests.
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Retrofit of Existing Roofs for Hurricane, High Wind, and Seismic Resistance

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Guide describing ways to retrofit an existing roof to increase its resistance to damage during hurricanes, high winds, and earthquakes.
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Roof Construction for Fire Resistance

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Information guide describing roof construction techniques and tactics for fire resistance.
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Screens and Other Deterrents for Birds, Rodents, and Other Pests

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Guide describing methods to keep birds, rodents, and other pests out of vent openings and other locations in new and existing homes.
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Vented versus Unvented Attic

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Guide describing options for insulating and air sealing at either the attic floor or along the roof line in new homes.
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Wind Washing

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Guide describing wind washing of insulation in the eaves of vented attics and how to prevent it.