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Article describing correct ways to eliminate water damage by incorporating a sacrificial layer to foundation walls and footings.

Case study describing novel technique for installing exterior spray foam on foundation walls that uses high-pressure water sprayer and a “hydro vac” to remove dirt along the foundation wall.

Checklist intending to clarify FORTIFIED Home™ eligibility requirements that relate to a home’s foundation.

Article describing frost-protected shallow foundations with construction drawing details.

Measure Guideline research report providing simple, long term, and durable solutions when using tapes and flashing membranes in conjunction with the exterior face of rigid polymeric foam sheathing to create the drainage plane of a wall system.

Fact sheet describing design and construction practices to reduce the likelihood of water intrusion in walls and foundations in residential construction.

Report covering the reconstruction of flood damaged homes.

Manual describing methods for rodent-proofing buildings.

Fact sheet describing water management in a residential building.

An article describing a way to protect drain and ventilation holes in brick veneer siding against pests. Selecting a fine screen mesh opening (1/55-inch or 0.5-mm) is important to guard against small insects such as subterranean termites.