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DOE
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Webpage from DOE describing how to conserve energy and save money with a home energy audit.
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ORNL,
DOE
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Web based tool providing decision-making guidance for selecting wall assembly components.
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DOE
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Factsheet describing research sponsored by DOE's Building America program to research the importance of attic air sealing and best practice attic air sealing techniques for new and existing homes.
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DOE
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Web report explaining how correct filter sizing is an issue that applies to all new and existing homes that use ducted HVAC systems.
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DOE
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IECC code note explaining new fan efficacy requirements, along with how to determine which fans are affected by the new fan requirements.
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DOE
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Website providing information on U.S. residential and commercial building codes including adoption status.
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DOE
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Website providing information about the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP), which reduces energy costs for low-income households by increasing the energy efficiency of approximately 35,000 homes every year.
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DOE
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Website listing implementation timelines and links to various versions of the DOE Zero Energy Ready Home national program requirements.
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DOE
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PDF file explaining the DOE's Zero Energy Ready Home National Requirements (Rev. 04).
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DOE
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Homepage for DOE's Zero Energy Ready Homes program.
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DOE
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Webpage from U.S. Department of Energy describing using Earth-Sheltered home building techniques in hot climate zones.
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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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DOE
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DOE webpage that gives and overview of fans for cooling.
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DOE,
EPA
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Information sheet about the benefits of purchasing and installing ENERGY STAR rated fans and ventilation products.
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DOE
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Document providing supplemental information for code enforcement professionals about header hangers in bearing walls.
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DOE
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Document providing supplemental information for code enforcement professionals about headers in nonbearing walls.
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DOE
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DOE case study findings on raised ceiling interior duct systems.
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DOE
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Information sheet with the definition and uses for a raised truss.
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DOE
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Presentation providing information about correctly installing ductwork in new and existing homes.
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DOE
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Website describing how solar water heaters -- also called solar domestic hot water systems -- can be a cost-effective way to generate hot water for your home.
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DOE
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Brochure with information about how to select and install house wrap and other weather-resistive barriers.
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DOE
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Information sheet about types and installation of insulation.
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DOE
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Information sheet explaining how weatherstripping can be an easy and cost-effective way to save money on energy costs and improve comfort by reducing drafts.