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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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2018 International Existing Building Code - IEBC

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Author(s)
International Code Council
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Organization(s)
ICC
Description
2018 edition of code establishing a baseline for existing building retrofits to reach appropriate safety levels under new construction requirements covered in other ICC codes.

Accelerating the Adoption of the Solid Panel Structural System

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Author(s)
Huelman Patrick H,
et al.
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Organization(s)
University of Minnesota,
UMN,
U.S. Department of Energy,
DOE
Description
Report examining the structural properties and applications of an innovative studless building system, detailing its testing regime and providing an engineering guide for architects and engineers.

Aerosol Envelope Sealing of Existing Residences

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Author(s)
Bohac Dave,
Harrington Curtis,
Meyers Frederick
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Organization(s)
U.S. Department of Energy,
DOE,
Center for Energy and Environment,
CEE
Description
Report examining the effectiveness of an aerosolized acrylic technique for air sealing existing homes to reduce air leakage and improve energy efficiency.

Aerosol-Based Method Seals the Deal for Tighter New Homes

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Author(s)
National Renewable Energy Laboratory,
U.S. Department of Energy
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Organization(s)
NREL,
DOE
Description
Fact sheet describing an innovative aerosol-based sealing technique for tightening building envelopes in new homes, involving pressurizing the structure and dispersing an aerosol sealant "fog" to autonomously identify and seal leaks, with real-time feedback through a standard blower door and laptop...

Building Envelope Thermal Bridging Guide

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Author(s)
Hershfield Morrison
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Organization(s)
B.C. Hydro
Description
Guide describing methodologies for assessing and mitigating thermal bridging in building envelopes, featuring detailed performance data, interface solutions, and assembly-specific strategies for energy-efficient construction.

Construction Instruction

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Author(s)
Construction Instruction Experience Center
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Organization(s)
CIEC
Description
Website providing building science based guidance and training for residential construction.