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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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University of Minnesota Extension
Organization(s)
University of Minnesota
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Webpage explaining what causes the formation of ice dams on roofs and steps to take to prevent them.
Author(s)
Dorsi Chris
Organization(s)
Montana State University Extension,
MSU Extension
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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.
Author(s)
Insurance Institute for Business and Home Safety
Organization(s)
IBHS
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Webpage providing guidance for homeowners on how much snow weight a typical roof can handle and when to consider removing snow from the roof.