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Explore this extensive library of building science guidance including research reports from DOE’s Building America program as well as hundreds of other articles, fact sheets, webpages, and reference documents related to constructing and renovating homes.

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Ceiling Fan Basics

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ENERGY STAR
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ENERGY STAR
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ENRGY STAR webpage discussing the basics of certified ceiling fans.

Ceiling Fans Key Product Criteria

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ENERGY STAR
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ENERGY STAR
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Website that describes two ceiling fan types and their respective ENERGY STAR eligible product types.

Home Energy Guide - Techniques, Tactics, and Tips: Ice Dams

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Minnesota Department of Commerce Energy Information Center
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Minnesota Department of Commerce
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Article describing the causes that form ice dams, as well as solutions for preventing future ice dams on roofs, focusing on air sealing to prevent hot air leakage.

Retrofit Improvements: Flash and Seal Roof Penetrations

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Home Innovation Research Labs
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HIRL
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Fact sheet describing flashing of roof penetrations to make a home more resistant to high winds, hurricanes, and rainwater intrusion.

Unvented Roof Summary, RR-0301

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Ueno Kohta
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Building Science Corporation,
BSC
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Document summarizing the various papers on unvented conditioned cathedralized attics found on BSC's website.