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SPFA
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Building Science Corporation,
BSC
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Article describing the control layers (air, thermal, and vapor barriers) needed to build homes successfully in very cold locations.
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Building Science Corporation,
BSC
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Article describing the importance of air sealing, insulation, and roof ventilation in reducing the likelihood of ice dam formation on roofs in cold snowy climates.
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Montana State University Extension,
MSU Extension
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Article from Montana State University Extension explaining how proper insulation techniques can greatly reduce the risks of ice dams on roofs in cold climate zones.
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BSC
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Report discussing how to create livable space in the attic that meets IRC code requirements by either creating a ventilated roof assembly, or and unvented attic assembly.
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Building Science Corporation,
BSC
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Guide providing information on controlling attic ductwork sweating.
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APA
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Information sheet with the definition and uses for a raised truss.
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SEI
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Fact sheet describing building envelope performance measures applicable to residential and small commercial construction.
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Building Science Corporation,
BSC
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Guide providing information on controlling attic ductwork sweating.
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Insurance Institute for Business & Home Safety,
IBHS
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Report covering the migration of wind-blown embers in roof vents.
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Building Science Corporation,
BSC
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Report describing sloped roof assemblies with high levels of thermal performance.
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Building Science Corporation,
BSC
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Report describing Net Zero house design with sloped roof assemblies.