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An article discussing how different metal roof materials and attachment methods affect the ability of the roof to thermally expand and contract and the durability of different solutions.

News article from SFGate explaining and giving figures on how chimney failure is the most common type of damage to homes during an earthquake.

Report exploring alternative methods to find long-term solutions to energy loss in 1 ½-story homes to save energy, improve comfort, prevent frost buildup on the underside of the roof deck, and reduce the risk of ice dam formation/reformation.

This case study describes costs associated with the External Thermal and Moisture Management System developed by the NorthernSTAR Building America Partnership for retrofitting roofs with rigid foam over the roof deck, especially on one and a half-story homes.

Report describing research about a test implementation of an unvented tile roof assembly in a hot-humid climate.

Website with information for consumers about solar thermal systems for homes.

Checklist providing additional guidance and options for asphalt shingle installations at roof edges, intersections and valleys.

Article describing methods for insulating and air sealing vented and unvented roofs in various climates zones.

Guide providing information on controlling attic ductwork sweating.

Case study describing the External Thermal and Moisture Management System developed by the NorthernSTAR Building America Partnership for retrofitting roofs with rigid foam over the roof deck, especially on one and a half-story homes.

Fact sheet describing conditions for wildfire, how a home catches fire, how to create a survivable space, the ideal fire resistant home.

Fact sheet describing building envelope performance measures applicable to residential and small commercial construction.

Fact sheet describing water management in a residential building.

Report describing Net Zero house design with sloped roof assemblies.