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Application of Spray Foam Insulation Under Plywood and Oriented Strand Board Roof Sheathing, BA-1312
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Author(s)
Grin Aaron,
Smegal Jonathan,
Lstiburek Joseph W
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Building Science Corporation,
BSC
Description
Report covering moisture and leakage issues associated with spray foam insulation application to the underside of roof sheathing.
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EXtension Home Energy - Cooperative Extension
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EXtension Home Energy - Cooperative Extension
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Article from The Home Energy Community of Practice on designing energy efficient homes in hot climate zones, including home orientation, window location, and roof design considerations.
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Author(s)
Lstiburek Joseph W
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Building Science Corporation,
BSC
Description
Report covering the rainwater performance of building assemblies.
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Insurance Institute for Business and Home Safety
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IBHS
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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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Vinyl Siding Institute
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Vinyl Siding Institute
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Factsheet describing proper methods for installing vinyl siding and soffit coverings in high wind and coastal areas.
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Author(s)
Sughrue Patrick
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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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Environmental Protection Agency
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EPA
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EPA guidance document providing information on moisture control in buildings.
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Frigione Mariaenrica,
Lettieri Mariateresa,
Sarcinella Antonella
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Materials Journal
Description
Report providing information on performance of mortars and concrete containing PCMs.
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Federal Emergency Management Agency
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FEMA
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Report informing building stakeholders about the risks a snow event poses to their buildings, preventative measures to take before the snow season, and actions that should be taken before, during, and after a snow event.
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Author(s)
Levinson Ronnen,
et al.
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California Energy Commission,
CEC,
Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory,
LBNL,
University of Southern California,
USC,
University of California San Diego,
UC San Diego
Description
California Energy Commission report presenting the concept of cool walls and providing guidelines for their building- and climate-appropriate use to conserve energy and reduce emissions.
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ASTM International
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Organization(s)
ASTM
Description
Specification describing criteria for manufactured polymeric materials used to provide a rainscreen function, a means for the drainage of liquid moisture and the ventilation of vapor moisture that enters an above-grade exterior wall assembly which was published in the year 2019, and is available for...
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American Society for Testing and Materials,
ASTM International
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Organization(s)
ASTM
Description
This standard specification covers the classification, composition, physical properties, and dimensions of mineral fiber (rock, slag, or glass) blanket intended for use as thermal insulation on surfaces at various temperature ranges. This version of the standard was published in the year 2019 and is...
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Author(s)
Reardon Chris,
McGee Caitlin,
Milne Geoff
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Australian Government
Description
Webpage providing guidance on the use of thermal mass with passive heating and cooling strategies.