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Likely amount of time and radiant heat exposure at which different types of window glass would break at 30 feet from the edge of a wildfire.
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Locating windows on adjacent and opposite sides of the house will allow cross ventilation regardless of wind direction
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Location of Braced Wall Panels and Braced Wall Lines, Figure R602.10.2.2 in the IRC
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Loss of the fascia cover in high winds exposes the vinyl soffit to entry by wind-driven rain.
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Low perimeter to area (P/A) ratio home designs reduce heat transfer and perform better in hot climate zones than high P/A ratio homes.
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Low-slope roof assemblies constructed of two deck sheathing layers sandwiching rigid foam, and topped with mechanically fastened membrane
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Lower-story wall anchorage to masonry (or concrete) base. Straps properly nailed at wall studs.
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Many hardware stores sell appliance bracing kits to secure the water heater to wall framing with metal straps
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Metal birdstop is installed at the eaves of a tile roof to keep out birds, bats, rodents, and flying insects
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Metal connectors help resist wind uplift at the wall to roof framing connection.
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Metal hat channel provides a drainage gap of 1 inch between fiber-cement siding and mineral wool continuous insulation.
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Metal termite shields make it easier to see termite tunnels and may discourage termite access to wood framing
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Minimum horizontal clearance between trees and plants on various slopes for wildfire resistance
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Modern interior storm windows include new technology and sleek design features that offer an easy-to-install, cost-effective method for upgrading the energy efficiency of existing windows
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Modern Low-E storm windows are typically kept up year-round but can be removed without damage to the existing window frame, an important consideration for historic preservation projects
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Modern low-E storm windows can significantly improve the energy performance of the home by reducing both air infiltration and thermal conductance through the window assemblies
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Moisture-resistant plastic and fiber cement exterior trim and cladding are indistinguishable from wood building elements.
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Multi-layer honeycomb cellular shades such as these can provide summertime energy savings by blocking and reflecting solar heat, as well as wintertime energy savings by providing added insulation.
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Nailing and ridge ventilation for roof sheathing used as a structural diaphragm in high-wind and seismic hazard areas.
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Natural ventilation can be wind-driven (cross ventilation) or buoyancy-driven (stack ventilation)
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New Charleston, SC home's first level used as parking, storage, and access space
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Newer home damaged from internal pressurization and inadequate connections, Hurricane Katrina.
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On ocean-front lots set the home as far back on the lot as possible, preferably with a protective dune between structures and shoreline.
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Passive cooling techniques can reduce or eliminate the use of air conditioning and can be used for backup cooling during emergencies.
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Permanent options for keeping sun off windows to minimize solar heat gain include permanent overhangs and awnings, frames, and louvers.
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Pest proofing of this unvented crawlspace includes a metal termite shield that extends out from the sill plate, metal flashing wrapping the bottom of exterior rigid foam, and a termite inspection gap above interior rigid foam.
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Pest protection measures include a termite shield under the rim joist and extending out on either side of the stem wall, insect screening under the furring air gap, and brick veneer to protect slab-edge insulation.