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BSC
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Report describing approaches to insulating basements in homes built to meet Energy Star levels of performance of heat loss reduction.
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Hammer & Hand
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This Best Practices Manual is the product of Hammer & Hand’s ongoing work to document and internally codify our standard operating procedures for construction practice.
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Building Science Corporation,
BSC
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Report about the fundamental concepts that must be understood at the planning or initial nspection of existing homes regarding surface and ground water management.
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Building Science Corporation,
BSC
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Article describing correct ways to eliminate water damage by incorporating a sacrificial layer to foundation walls and footings.
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Colorado Geological Survey
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Website discussing building foundation problems caused by settling soil in Colorado.
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Building Science Corporation,
BSC
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Information guide describing issues with concrete floors, in multiple climate zones.
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FEMA
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Guide discussing ways that homeowners in ground-secured houses can reduce the risks and damage caused by floods upon residential buildings.
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FEMA
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Report providing guidance on how to improve the wind resistance of existing residential buildings in Mississippi and across the Gulf Coast.
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Oklahoma State University,
OSU,
Oak Ridge National Laboratory,
ORNL
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Article describing a numerical model that can be used to size foundation heat exchanger (FHX) systems.
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FEMA
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Fact sheet providing an overview of the FEMA document Wind Retrofit Guide for Residential Buildings.
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Building Science Corporation,
BSC
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Report covering the reconstruction of flood damaged homes.
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DOE
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Brochure describing insulation approaches for homes with slab-on-grade floors.