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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.

Vinyl siding estimating and installation guide for vinyl siding products.

Document providing background and approach for the prep work necessary prior to adding attic insulation - focusing on combustion safety, ventilation for indoor air quality, and attic ventilation for durability.

Report comparing a variety of roof insulating strategies to present their advantages and disadvantages according to several comparison criteria.

Information sheet with HVAC duct insulation, testing, maintenance and performance information.

Article describing five fundamental changes to building construction from the last 50 years and their modern construction consequences.

Article describing techniques to air-seal townhouses and row houses.

Information sheet about air barriers.

Brochure describing insulation and air-sealing details.

Document providing a roadmap to aid Habitat for Humanity affiliates in building high performing houses by using materials and techniques that are affordable, do not add any maintenance burden, and are volunteer friendly.

The purpose for this document is to provide basic guidance on the use of proven installation techniques that can be used by installers to help ensure correct “dense pack” application of JM Spider® in drill & fill applications.

Information sheet providing links and resources for insulating basements in cold climates.

Report presenting the results of a study evaluating retrofit solutions for addressing the effects of wind washing on homes.

Report identifying the steps to take, with the help of a qualified home performance contractor, to seal unwanted air leaks while ensuring healthy levels of ventilation and avoiding sources of indoor air pollution.

Article describing how insulating and air sealing unfinished attic spaces can lead to reduced energy bills in some homes.

Fact sheet describing building envelope performance measures applicable to residential and small commercial construction.

Case study about a structural sheathing product composed of enhanced EPS rigid foam with OSB adhered on one side.