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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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Author(s)
Holladay Martin
Organization(s)
Green Building Advisor,
GBA
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Description
If your kitchen has a powerful exhaust fan, it may be pulling air down your chimney or water-heater flue.
Author(s)
Eatherton Mark
Organization(s)
Contractor Magazine
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Description
Second part of an article series focusing on servicing high efficiency modcon boilers. This part focuses on paperwork and follow-up communication with the homeowner for scheduling annual maintenance.
Author(s)
Eatherton Mark
Organization(s)
Contractor Magazine
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Description
Article describing the author's experiences in owning and servicing a modcon boiler.
Author(s)
Cranor John
Organization(s)
American Society of Home Inspectors,
ASHI
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Description
Article outlining the importance of keeping dryer exhaust ducts clean.
Author(s)
MBS Engineering
Organization(s)
MBS Engineering
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Description
An informational guide established to educate the public on seismic shut-off valves and how to avoid fires following an earthquake.