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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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Ceilings and Attics

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Author(s)
Southface Energy Institute,
Oak Ridge National Laboratory
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Organization(s)
ORNL,
SEI
Description
Information sheet with information about insulating and ventilating attics.

Expansion Tanks 101: The Facts and Myths

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Author(s)
Eatherton Mark
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Organization(s)
Contractor Magazine
Description
Article explaining common myths about expansion tanks and proper facts.

Reexamining Roof Ventilation

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Author(s)
Woods Tony
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Organization(s)
Home Energy,
National Association for State Community Services Programs,
NASCSP
Description
Article describing moisture and ice dam issues in attics and how to air seal the attic floor.