Library

Information sheet describing techniques for insulating basements.

Brochure providing information about flashing in all cimates.

Information sheet providing information about vapor management in building assemblies.

Brochure describing drainage planes, also referred to as water resistive barriers.

Document explores alternatives to riprap on banks and waterways to mitigate bankside erosion in the Pacific Northwest.

Information sheet about groundwater control.

Article discussing indoor water management.

Article describing a technique for installing a skylight and avoiding potential water leaks with the use of a peel-and-stick (or self-adhesive) membrane under the flashing.

A Recovery Advisory guide reccomending practices for designing and installing metal roof systems that will enhance wind resistance in high-wind regions (i.e., greater than 90-miles per hour [mph] gust design wind speed).

Article describing how to properly manage condensing HVAC equipment.

Report addressing flood, wind and seismic hazards and recommends several multi-hazard resistant foundation designs of manufactured homes.

Report describing a comparison of hydrothermal performances of DryRightTM fiberglass batts and kraft-faced fiberglass batts in a south facing wall assembly with a moisture storage cladding material.

Document describing issues of wind pressure resistance in walls with exterior rigid foam sheathing installed directly over framing members.