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Building Science Corporation,
BSC
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Description
Report on problems and solutions with EIFS stucco wall cladding systems.
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BSC
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Information sheet that summarizes Insulated Concrete Form (ICF) construction including advantages and disadvantages of this construction strategy.
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EPA
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Website describing the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's ENERGY STAR New Homes and Apartments program with links to builder and homeowner resources.
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DOE
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Fact sheet describing principles of insulating steam distribution and condensate return lines as an effective way to prevent energy loss.
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DOE
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Information sheet with tools for estimating payback of adding additional insulation to your house.
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BA-PIRC,
Washington State University Extension Energy Program
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Description
Research study documenting market-ready energy solutions to improve the efficiency of new affordable housing in the marine climate of Washington State.
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Building Science Corporation,
BSC
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Description
Report about an expert meeting focused on issues surrounding cladding attachment and performance of walls with exterior insulating sheathing.
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NorthernSTAR Building America Partnership,
NorthernSTAR,
University of Minnesota
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Description
Expert meeting report describing the need for greater understanding of foundation systems including moisture and insulation issues.
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NREL,
USDOE Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy
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Description
Fact sheet describing the Extended Plate Wall (EPW) a system that incorporates a 2-inch layer of foam plastic insulative sheathing within the framing for top and bottom plates, streamlining air sealing, window and door installation, weather resistive barrier application, and cladding attachment for...
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IBACOS
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The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) is interested in finding cost-effective solutions for deep energy retrofits (DERs) related to exterior wall insulation in a cold climate, with targets of 50% peak load reduction and 50% space conditioning energy savings.
Organization(s)
Building Science Corporation,
BSC,
National Renewable Energy Laboratory,
NREL
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Description
Research study developing baseline engineering analysis to support the installation of thick layers of exterior insulation (2 in. to 8 in.) on existing masonry walls and wood framed walls.
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Building Science Corporation
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Description
Article from Building Science Corporation on construction techniques for extreme heat conditions in Dubai and Las Vegas.
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Advanced Residential Integrated Energy Solutions Collaborative,
ARIES
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Description
Report of a field evaluation of four novel roof designs to see how each design would reduce space-conditioned energy use so that the knowledge gained could be applied to the design of new manufactured homes.
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Building Science Corporation,
BSC
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Description
Journal article describing lessons learned from updating a 16-year-old deep-energy retrofit.
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Home Energy Magazine
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Description
Article describing the effective R-values of various subslab insulation products, including foil bubble pack.
Organization(s)
CARB,
Steven Winter Associates,
SWA
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Description
Report about development of effective strategies to reduce the overall building energy use in line with Building America goals in this modestly priced market rate project.
Organization(s)
Oak Ridge National Laboratory,
ORNL,
University of Minnesota
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Description
Handbook providing guidance on the design and construction of foundations for homes, including insulation, air sealing, and water management details for basements, crawlspaces, and slabs.
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NDSU Extension
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Description
Video describing how to install a frost-protected shallow foundation.
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Prescott Fire Department,
City of Prescott Arizona
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Description
A guideline containing fire sprinkler insulation requirements from the Prescott, Arizona Fire Department.
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Fine Homebuilding
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Description
Article describing frost-protected shallow foundations as an alternative method for building an energy-efficient foundation for a house in a cold climate that uses less concrete and saves on labor.
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Green Building Advisor
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Description
Article describing what the building codes say about frost-protected shallow foundations as a cost-saving alternative to conventional concrete foundations.
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American Chemistry Council,
ACC
Description
Article describing frost-protected shallow foundations with construction drawing details.
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Building Science Corporation,
BSC
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Description
Report covering the fire performance of combustible cladding over combustible insulation.
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Federation of American Scientists,
National Renewable Energy Laboratory
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Description
Document providing a roadmap to aid Habitat for Humanity affiliates in building high performing houses by using materials and techniques that are affordable, do not add any maintenance burden, and are volunteer friendly.
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BSC
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Description
Information sheet briefly summarizing double stud with spray foam wall construction including the advantages and disadvantages of this construction strategy.
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Building Science Corporation,
BSC
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Description
Report that considers a number of promising wall systems that can meet the requirement for better thermal control.
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NAHB Research Center,
National Renewable Energy Laboratory
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Description
Report providing testing methodology to evaluate structural rim header designs over openings up to 6 ft. wide and applicable to one- and two-story homes.
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NAHB Research Center,
National Renewable Energy Laboratory
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Description
Report with test results that serve as a baseline of data for further material tests of other high-R wall systems and for comparison to whole-house wind pressure testing.
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WSU Extension Energy Programs,
PIRC
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Description
Report documenting short-term test results of the Shift House and compares the results of Passive House Planning Package and Building Energy Optimization modeling of the project.
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New Home Source
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Description
Article summarizing for potential homeowners items to check or demand from the builder in designing a home for a cold climate.
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Green Building Advisor
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Description
Website that explains and provides diagrams for covering up above-grade rigid foam insulation.
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Green Building Advisor
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Description
Information sheet presenting techniques for installing cellulose insulation.
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Green Building Advisor
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Description
Blog entry describing methods for insulating basement walls on the interior or exterior.
Organization(s)
This Old House
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Description
An article and video of a breakdown on the preparation and installation of basement insulation.
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Montana State University Extension,
MSU Extension
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Description
Article from Montana State University Extension explaining how proper insulation techniques can greatly reduce the risks of ice dams on roofs in cold climate zones.
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BSC
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Description
Article describing issues with condensation in unvented attics insulated with open-cell spray foam.
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Building Science Corporation,
BSC
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Description
Report detailing the design and construction of 10 new houses under the Wyandotte Neighborhood Stabilization Program 2.
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Building Science Corporation,
BSC
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Description
Article outlining the casuses and solutions for ice dam problems.
Organization(s)
BSC
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Description
Information sheet summarizing ICF wall construction including the advantages and disadvantages of this construction strategy.
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Building Science Corporation,
BSC
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Description
Research study to determine the impact resistance performance of advanced framed wall systems with insulating sheathing as the primary sheathing from wind blown debris.
Organization(s)
Green Home Institute
Description
Video describing how a frost-protected shallow foundation (FPSF) is constructed and including use of a stay-in-place EPS (expanded polystyrene) footing form that provides insulation and simplifies the installation of frost-protected monolithic concrete slab foundations.
Organization(s)
Green Home Institute
Description
Video describing how a frost-protected shallow foundation (FPSF) is constructed and including use of a stay-in-place EPS (expanded polystyrene) footing form that provides insulation and simplifies the installation of frost-protected monolithic concrete slab foundations.
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BSC
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Description
Article explaining installing cavity insulation.
Organization(s)
Vinyl Siding Institute
Description
A guide for users and energy raters of insulated siding as home insulation.
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Home Energy Magazine
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Description
Article describing how insulated siding can save homeowners energy by providing continuous exterior insulation.
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Building Science Corporation,
BSC
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Description
Article outlining the use of spray polyurethane foam in residential buildings.
Introduction and Overview: Proper Installation of Fiber Glass and Rock and Slag Wool Batt Insulation
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North America Insulation Manufacturers Association
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Description
Website providing builders with information about meeting RESNET Grade 1 criteria when installing insulation.
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BSC
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Description
Report discussing how to create livable space in the attic that meets IRC code requirements by either creating a ventilated roof assembly, or and unvented attic assembly.
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University of Arizona
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Description
Article from University of Arizona on keeping homes cool during extreme heat, both personal and system changes.
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Natural Resources Canada
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Information sheet providing links and resources for insulating basements in cold climates.