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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.

What Are Seismic Shut-Off Valves?

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Author(s)
MBS Engineering
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Organization(s)
MBS Engineering
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An informational guide established to educate the public on seismic shut-off valves and how to avoid fires following an earthquake.

Whole Home Tankless Gas Water Heaters

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Author(s)
ENERGY STAR
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Organization(s)
ENERGY STAR
Description
Wepage providing information on ENERGY STAR certified gas tankless water heaters with information on how they cut water heating expenses as well as a product finder tool to find ENERGY STAR certified products.

Wood Stoves, Fireplaces, Pellet Stoves, and Masonry Heaters

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Washington State Department of Ecology
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Organization(s)
Washington State Department of Ecology
Description
Webpage describing burn bans, which wood burning devices are legal in Washington, why wood smoke is harmful to health, and how to reduce the smoke from your wood burning device.