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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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Capillarity Sucks, BSI-123

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Author(s)
Lstiburek Joseph W
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Organization(s)
Building Science Corporation,
BSC
Description
Article describing the principle of capillarity in construction materials.

Masonry Detailing Series

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Author(s)
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.

Protect Your Home from Ice Dams

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Author(s)
IBHS DisasterSafety
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Organization(s)
IBHS
Description
List of recommendations from IBHS on how to protect homes from ice dam formation.

Reexamining Roof Ventilation

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Author(s)
Woods Tony
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Organization(s)
Home Energy,
National Association for State Community Services Programs,
NASCSP
Description
Article describing moisture and ice dam issues in attics and how to air seal the attic floor.