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This library contains research reports produced by the Building America program and other building science resources used to support this Solution Center. The materials cover both new construction and existing homes. Use the search box and/or the filters to explore hundreds of residential building resources. Access to some references not produced by Building America may require purchase from the publisher. Documents are listed alphabetically. While we continually update our database, links may have changed since posting. Please contact our webmaster if you find broken links.

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Uniform Plumbing Code

Author(s)
International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials
Organization(s)
IAPMO
Publication Date
The International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials (IAPMO) has been protecting the public’s health and safety for ninety-three years by working in concert with government and industry to implement comprehensive plumbing and mechanical systems around the world. Main website.

Virginia Household Water Quality Program: Household Water Treatment

Author(s)
Virginia Cooperative Extension,
Virginia Tech,
Virginia State University
Organization(s)
Virginia Cooperative Extension,
Virginia Tech,
VSU
Publication Date
Report describing filtration, distillation, and disinfection methods of water treatment.

Water Safety in Buildings

Author(s)
World Health Organization
Organization(s)
World Health Organization
Publication Date
This text is one of series of supporting documents that provide guidance on implementing the World Health Organization (WHO) Guidelines for drinking-water quality. It is intended to support improvement of water safety within buildings.

WaterSense High-Efficiency Lavatory Faucet Specification

Author(s)
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency,
WaterSense
Organization(s)
EPA
Publication Date
Specification of criteria for lavatory faucets and faucet accessories under the U.S. EPA WaterSense Program.

WaterSense Home Certification

Author(s)
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Organization(s)
EPA
Publication Date
Article describing the EPA WaterSense program, process, and benefits.

WaterSense Homes Certification

Author(s)
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Organization(s)
EPA
Publication Date
Webpage from U.S. Environmental Protection Agency describing the EPA WaterSense program including the Mandatory Checklist for WaterSense Labeled Homes, information on how to get certified, and information on finding or becoming a WaterSense Home Certifying Organization.

WaterSense Labeled Homes Technical Sheet: Free of Water Leaks

Author(s)
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency,
WaterSense
Organization(s)
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Publication Date
Fact sheet describing a comprehensive set of protocols for detecting, addressing, and preventing water leaks in homes, covering pressure-loss testing, visual inspections, and specific leak tests for fixtures and appliances to ensure water efficiency, water management, and high preformance of...

WaterSense Labeled Homes: Introductory Guide

Author(s)
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Organization(s)
EPA
Publication Date
Brochure providing information for homeowners, builders, verifiers, and facilities including an overview of program criteria, the certification process, and EPA-approved home certification organizations for water-efficient homes under the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA's) WaterSense...

WaterSense Labeled Homes: Mandatory Checklist for WaterSense Labeled Homes

Author(s)
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Organization(s)
EPA
Publication Date
Website providing a description of the WaterSense labeled homes program and a checklist of mandatory requirements for homes to be labeled under the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA's) WaterSense program, Version 2.0.

WaterSense Labeled New Home Inspection Checklist

Author(s)
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Organization(s)
EPA
Publication Date
Resource that provides a checklist of program criteria for water-efficient new homes under the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA’s) WaterSense program.

WaterSense Product Search

Author(s)
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Organization(s)
EPA
Publication Date
Website providing a searchable list of products that meet the EPA WaterSense criteria for water savings.

WaterSense Specification for Homes, Version 2.0

Author(s)
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Organization(s)
EPA
Publication Date
Document of requirements including checklist that establishes the criteria for water-efficient homes under the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA's) WaterSense program, Version 2.0.

WaterSense's Directory of WaterSense Homes Verifiers

Author(s)
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Organization(s)
EPA
Publication Date
Resource that provides a directory of individuals that have successfully completed all requirements of at least one WaterSense Approved Certification Method (WACM) through a Home Certification Organization (HCO).

Why Add a Tank to a Tankless Water Heater?

Author(s)
Chandler Michael
Organization(s)
Fine Homebuilding Magazine
Publication Date
Article about one way to deal with the cold-water surprise effect of tankless water heaters.

Winter Storm Safety

Author(s)
American Red Cross
Organization(s)
Red Cross
Publication Date
Webpage from American Red Cross describing how to stay safe and prepare homes for severe winter weather such as blizzards.