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Cullin James R,
et al.
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American Society of Heating Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers,
ASHRAE,
Oklahoma State University,
OSU,
Oak Ridge National Laboratory,
ORNL
Description
Study characterizing how foundation heat exchangers (FHXs) used in residential ground source heat pump systems represent a potential cost savings due to their lesser first cost over other types of heat exchangers.
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University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources
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UCANR,
University of California Cooperative Extension
Description
Guidelines from the University of California Cooperative Extension on how fires spread, how homes typically burn, and what homeowners can do to prepare their homes for wildfire season.
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Author(s)
Marija Jelčić Rukavina,
Milan Carević,
Ivana Banjad Pečur
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University of Zagreb
Description
A guide for designers, architects, engineers, and fire experts on how to design rainscreen and ventilated cavities such that they don’t contribute to the spread of a fire.
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FIRESafe Marin
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FIRESafe Marin
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Webpage from FireSafe Marin explaining the vulnerability of different deck setups and materials.
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California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection,
Lake County Fire Safe Council
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Cal Fire
Description
Article from CAL FIRE on fire-resistant landscaping to mitigate ignition of homes.
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Author(s)
Bueche David,
Foley Tim
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Colorado State Forest Service,
CSFS
Description
Wildfire construction guidelines from the Colorado State Forest Service focusing on site design and building materials to mitigate damage to homes in wildfire-prone areas.
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Author(s)
Lstiburek Joseph W
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Building Science Corporation,
BSC
Description
Guide from Building Science Corporation on how to construct a flood and hurricane resistant home.
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U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
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Organization(s)
EPA
Description
Detailed information about Formaldehyde including health effects and strategies to reduce exposure.
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Author(s)
Insurance Institute for Business and Home Safety
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Organization(s)
IBHS
Description
Checklist providing recommendations for the right tape in order to reduce the risk of leaks during storms with wind-driven rain.
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National Renewable Energy Laboratory,
U.S. Department of Energy
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Organization(s)
NREL,
DOE
Description
Website with prepopulated information about the United States renewable resources.
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Author(s)
Earle Lieko,
et al.
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Organization(s)
National Renewable Energy Laboratory,
NREL,
Mountain Energy Partnership
Description
Research report presenting results of short term tests on measures used in an energy efficiency retrofit project in California.
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GREENGUARD Environmental Institute
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GREENGUARD Environmental Institute
Description
Standard describing GREENGUARD Emission Criteria for use with GREENGUARD Certification Program for Low Emitting Products.
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Author(s)
Insurance Institute for Business and Home Safety
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Organization(s)
IBHS
Description
Guide describing the requirements by FORTIFIED Home™ for improving the home's resistance to high wind and hail.
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Author(s)
Hoeschele Marc,
et al.
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Organization(s)
Alliance for Residential Building Innovation,
ARBI,
Davis Energy Group,
National Renewable Energy Laboratory,
NREL,
U.S. Department of Energy,
DOE
Description
Article from NREL on wall construction guidelines for homes in hot climate zones.
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Federal Emergency Management Agency
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Organization(s)
FEMA
Description
Report containing 37 fact sheets that provide technical guidance and recommendations concerning the construction of coastal residential buildings.
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Siding Cost Guide
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Siding Cost Guide
Description
A starting point for ballparking and comparing the cost of different siding materials and a brief overview of the pros and cons of different siding materials.
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Author(s)
Parlee Mark
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Journal of Light Construction
Description
Article describing how omission of two small but critical wall details, a kick-out flashing and a weep screed, lead to extensive water damage to a wall.
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Author(s)
Sughrue Patrick
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Organization(s)
Premier SIPS Structural Insulated Panels,
Home Power Magazine
Description
A structural insulated panel (SIP) roof has no embedded lumber in the structure, and therefore nothing substantial for attaching PV array and solar hot water mounts. Single or double lumber splines could be put into the panels, or I-joists at 4-foot intervals could be added.
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Colorado Springs Fire Department
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Organization(s)
City of Colorado Springs,
State of Colorado
Description
Wildfire guidance for homes located in the wildland urban interface, focused on site design and individual pieces of the home.
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FireSafe Montana
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FireSafe Montana
Description
Ignition resistant residential construction and landscaping guidelines from FireSafe Montana.
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Bennett Richard M,
et al.
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Canada Masonry Design Centre,
CMDC
Description
An impact test report from projectile missile tests against brick veneer, verifying that brick veneers perform well to resisting hurricane force wind driven debris.
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U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
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Organization(s)
EPA
Description
PDF detailing the inspection and verification guidance for WaterSense labeled new homes including indoor and outdoor efficiency requirements, and homeowner and building management education.
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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.
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Federal Emergency Management Agency
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FEMA
Description
Guide describing sound mitigation measures to lower building natural disaster vulnerability to assist local officials and community decision makers in coastal areas.
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Author(s)
Burdick Arlan,
Rapport Ari,
Poerschke Andrew
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Organization(s)
Integrated Building and Construction Solutions,
IBACOS,
Wathen Castanos Hybrid Homes,
WCHH,
U.S. Department of Energy,
DOE
Description
Report using a field test plan to evaluate the success of implementing energy efficiency upgrades at the community scale incorporating whole-house systems integrated measures package (SIMP).
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International Masonry Institute
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Organization(s)
International Masonry Institute
Description
Webpage featuring hundreds of illustrations of masonry construction details for brick, congrete, stone, tile, stucco, etc.
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Author(s)
Chasar Dave,
vonSchramm Valerie
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Organization(s)
Building America Partnership for Improved Residential Construction,
BA-PIRC,
National Renewable Energy Laboratory,
NREL,
Florida Solar Energy Center,
FSEC,
U.S. Department of Energy,
DOE
Description
Report summarizing a case study about the performance of three occupied homes built in 2009 in San Antonio, Texas.
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U.S. Gypsum Company
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U.S. Gypsum Company
Description
Brochure discussing specific practices for mitigating moisture and mold during the construction process.
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U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
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EPA
Description
Online course describing mold and mold remediation for environmental and public health professionals.
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Robbins Coreen,
Morrell Jeff
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Western Wood Products Association,
WWPA
Description
Document describing common questions about moisture, mold, and wood.
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Sabata,
U.S. Department of Agriculture
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U.S. Department of Agriculture,
USDA
Description
Article describing mulch requirements and benefits.
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University of Tennessee Agricultural Extension Service
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Organization(s)
University of Tennessee
Description
Pamphlet describing different types of mulches and their benefits.