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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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A Crash Course in Roof Venting, PA-1101

Publication Date
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Author(s)
Lstiburek Joseph W
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Organization(s)
Building Science Corporation,
BSC
Description
Article describing methods for venting a vented attic and a roof assembly over an unvented attic.

All About Water-Resistive Barriers

Publication Date
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Author(s)
Holladay Martin
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Organization(s)
Green Building Advisor
Description
Article about different types of weather resistant barrier.

Continuous Rigid Insulation Sheathing/Siding

Publication Date
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Author(s)
National Association of Home Builders Research Center,
et al.
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Organization(s)
NAHB Research Center,
DOE,
GBA,
ORNL,
EPA
Description
Document presenting step-by-step process for installing rigid insulating sheathing over wood studs or house wrap.

Mind the Gap, Eh!, BSI-038

Publication Date
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Author(s)
Lstiburek Joseph W
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Organization(s)
Building Science Corporation,
BSC
Description
Discussion of building sheathing.