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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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Weatherization Tips - How to Weatherize Doors

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Author(s)
New York State Homes and Community Renewal
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Organization(s)
New York State Homes and Community Renewal
Description
Webpage describing weatherstrip tips and tricks to properly air seal doors.

Weatherstripping

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Author(s)
U.S. Department of Energy
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Organization(s)
DOE
Description
Fact sheet describing how weatherstripping can be an easy and cost-effective way to save money on energy costs and improve comfort by reducing drafts.

Weatherstripping

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Author(s)
South Carolina Office of Regulatory Staff
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Organization(s)
South Carolina Office of Regulatory Staff
Description
Article describing an overview of weatherstripping requirements.

Weep Holes in Brick and Stone Veneer

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Author(s)
Don Jackson
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Organization(s)
Journal of Light Construction,
JLC
Description
An article written by Don Jackson of The Journal of Light Construction on how to detail brick veneer siding wall.

Which Spray Foam is Right For You?

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Author(s)
Zoeller William
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Organization(s)
CARB,
Steven Winter Associates,
SWA
Description
Document describing different spray foam materials including some pros and cons and technical specifications.

Why Seal and Insulate?

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Author(s)
ENERGY STAR
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Organization(s)
ENERGY STAR
Description
Introductory guide to air sealing the envelope of a home to reduce wasted energy and save on energy costs.

Winchester/Camberley Homes New Construction Test House Design, Construction, and Short-Term Testing in a Mixed-Humid Climate

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Author(s)
Wiehagen Joseph,
Mallay David,
Wood Amber
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Organization(s)
NAHB Research Center Industry Partnership,
National Renewable Energy Laboratory,
NREL,
U.S. Department of Energy,
DOE
Description
Report outlining the features of a test house built in Silver Spring , Maryland, and discussing the implementation of the energy efficient design, and reports on the short-term testing results.