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Guide describing methods to manage groundwater under and around urban multifamily buildings.
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Guide describing how to install a capillary break to help manage moisture in foundations.
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Guide describing how to create a capillary break at all crawlspace floors using polyethylene sheeting to manage moisture in crawlspaces.
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Guide describing how to install a capillary break under a slab foundation using either polyethylene sheeting or rigid insulation installed over aggregate or over sand and geotextile matting.
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Guide describing how to apply water management strategies to below-grade walls.
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Guide describing installation of sump pumps in the basement or crawlspace of a home.
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Guide describing how to properly grade a site so water will flow away from the foundation.
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Guide describing how to design or retrofit a crawlspace to reduce the risk of damage during a flood event.
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Guide describing how to construct flood-resistant homes using pier, pile, post, or column foundations.
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Footing Drain Pipe
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Guide describing how to help drain water away from the perimeter footing.
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Guide describing steps to take to minimize indoor humidity during cold winter weather.
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Vapor retarder plastic should not be installed over fibrous insulation on basement or crawlspace walls; rigid foam or spray foam should be installed directly against the concrete, behind the blanket insulation.
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Guide describing how to slope solid surfaces outside of a home so rainwater flows away from the home.
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Information guide describing things to consider when considering home retrofits in the basement or crawlspace including HVAC, wiring, or structural systems.
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Sump Pump Cover Gasket
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Guide describing how to install an airtight cover on a sump pump in the basement or crawlspace of a home to minimize humidity in the home.
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Guide describing how to retrofit an existing basement floor or slab to reduce moisture issues.
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Guide providing information about treating bulk water drainage issues and moisture control measures in existing basements and crawl spaces.