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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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Ignition Resistant Construction Guide

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Author(s)
FireSafe Montana
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Organization(s)
FireSafe Montana
Description
Ignition resistant residential construction and landscaping guidelines from FireSafe Montana.

Lead Renovation, Repair and Painting Program Rules

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Author(s)
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
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Organization(s)
EPA
Description
EPA’s 2008 Lead-Based Paint Renovation, Repair and Painting (RRP) Rule (as amended in 2010 and 2011), aims to protect the public from lead-based paint hazards associated with renovation, repair and painting activities.

Natural Hazards and Sustainability for Residential Buildings, FEMA P-798

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Author(s)
Gromala David S,
et al.
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Organization(s)
Federal Emergency Management Agency,
FEMA
Description
Report describing the interactions, both positive and negative, between common green building practices and the robustness of residential buildings to withstand natural hazards.

Retrofit Techniques and Technologies: Air Sealing, Volume 10

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Author(s)
Baechler Michael C,
et al.
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Organization(s)
Pacific Northwest National Laboratory,
PNNL,
Oak Ridge National Laboratory,
ORNL,
U.S. Department of Energy,
DOE
Description
Report identifying the steps to take, with the help of a qualified home performance contractor, to seal unwanted air leaks while ensuring healthy levels of ventilation and avoiding sources of indoor air pollution.