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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 Do-It-Yourself Guide to Sealing and Insulating with Energy Star

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Author(s)
ENERGY STAR
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Organization(s)
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency,
EPA,
ENERGY STAR
Description
Guide for homeowners describing how to find and seal basement and attic air leaks, determine if attic insulation is adequate, make improvements safely, and reduce energy bills.

ABTCO Estimating and Installation Guide

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Author(s)
ABTCO Vinyl Siding
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Organization(s)
ABTCO Vinyl Siding
Description
Vinyl siding estimating and installation guide for vinyl siding products.

Fixing Air Leakage in Connecticut Town Houses

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Author(s)
Moriarta Courtney
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Organization(s)
Home Energy Magazine,
National Property Inspections,
NPI
Description
Journal article describing energy and cost savings potential from air sealing multifamily town homes.

Moving Ducts Inside: Big Builders, Scientists Find Common Ground

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Author(s)
Lubliner Michael,
et al.
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Organization(s)
WSU Extension Energy Program,
Washington State Department of Community Trade and Economic Development
Description
Conference paper making the case that moving ducts to conditioned space saves energy, is practical for production builders (when accompanied by careful pre-planning), and creates significant andmarketable energy savings for homebuyers.