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2009 edition of code establishing minimum regulations for mechanical systems, including heating, cooling, ventilation, exhaust, ducts, fireplaces, combustion and hydronic systems, using prescriptive and performance-related provisions.

Article describing thermal bridging, construction practices that encourage thermal bridging, and solutions.

Information sheet about unvented fireplaces and combustion safety.

Information sheet about insulating slabs.

The EPA Burn Wise program promotes the importance of burning the right wood in the right way from the right sources with mission to protect human health and the environment.

Information sheet containing images and descriptions of cantilevers.

A list of EPA-certified wood-burning appliances for home heating for a range of budgets.

Fact sheet that details the steps needed to perform a combustion appliance safety inspection to determine if fossil fuel-fired appliances are operating safely under a depressurized condition.

Technical report describing design and construction methodologies for durable balconies and decks, focusing on proper sloping, flashing, drainage, and ventilation to mitigate moisture-related issues.

Article describing the effective R-values of various subslab insulation products, including foil bubble pack.

Brochure describing insulation and air-sealing details.

Report assessing slab-on-grade foundation insulation energy savings.

Website describing the U.S. Department of Energy's residential buildings program.

Brochure describing insulation approaches for homes with slab-on-grade floors.

Report illustrating CAD drawings and modeling of bracing layouts for a gable roof truss.

Article describing thermal bridging, construction practices that encourage thermal bridging, and solving thermal bridging through continuous exterior insulation.

Document outlining important safety considerations of ventless fireplaces.