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Case study on the design and evaluation of extended plate and beam, located in Mount Joy Pennsylvania.

Report presenting the building america research to market plan.

Document presenting some of the key technical properties of many of the most common building materials.

Article describing correct ways to attach rigid insulation to the exterior of commercial and residential buildings.

Guidance document on deep energy retrofits.

Part of a larger LBNL report (Deep Energy Retrofit Guidance for the Building America Solutions Center), the Lessons Learned chapter focuses on successful deep energy retrofit projects throughout the U.S.

Part of a larger LBNL report (Deep Energy Retrofit Guidance for the Building America Solutions Center), the Occupant Behavior chapter discusses how to assess homeowner behavior patterns and use these patterns to enhance overall energy savings.

Part of a larger LBNL report (Deep Energy Retrofit Guidance for the Building America Solutions Center), the Over Time, Phased Guidance chapter presents a phased approach to deep energy retrofits.

Report on high-R wall design called extended plate and beam that uses foam sheathing insulation with wall framing.

Animated video demonstrating the continuous load path of a hurricane on a house.

Siding installation guide for Ply Gem Siding Group products.

Report on air-sealing programs for energy-efficiency retrofits.