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Report provides a proposed set of guidelines for estimating the energy savings achieved by a package of retrofits or an extensive rehabilitation of an existing home.

Information sheet with information about insulating and ventilating attics.

Report describing the monitored long-term performance of two solar domestic water heating systems in northern climates.

Code describing the requirements for existing site-built single-family homes to receive roof-to-wall retrofits when re-roofing.

Correcting pressure imbalances in your HVAC system can result in a healthier, more efficient home.

Report discussing the importance of durability and energy efficiency in building construction.

This paper discusses model validation using data from three thermosiphon systems.

Information sheet about how to reduce thermal bridging in walls.

Document covering basic moisture control principles in the design of above-grade building enclosures; driving rain as a moisture load on walls; a classification system of the various rain control strategies available for walls; and good design practises for walls.

Report describing steps homeowners can take to improve the indoor air quality in their home, including ventilating, preventing pests, and reducing pollutants in the home.

Information sheet designed for the residential construction and remodeling industries, as well as owners and managers working in affordable housing. This sheet presents building guidance for both new construction and rehabilitation, as well as practices that can be used by property maintenance...

Guide on retrofitting insulation in cavities.

Paper describing the development and testing of an affordable net-zero energy house in Lenoir City, Tennessee.

Information sheet describing correct application of stucco.

Brochure describing insulation approaches for homes with slab-on-grade floors.

Brochure with information about how to select and install house wrap and other weather-resistive barriers.

Article describing a research study exploring how effective interior insulation systems are at keeping basements dry and warm.

Information sheet providing definitions, applications, and techniques for applying air barriers.

BSD-102 report providing guidance about whether to construct a vented or unvented attic based on hygro-thermal zone.

Guide providing information about controlling rainwater through use of drainage planes.

Information sheet describing the function of a vapor barrier, and methods to retard the migration of water vapor.