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Author(s)
Lstiburek Joseph W
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Organization(s)
Building Science Corporation,
BSC
Description
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.
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Author(s)
Van der Meer Bill
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Organization(s)
National Association for State Community Services Programs,
NASCSP,
Weatherization Training Center at Penn College,
Pennsylvania College of Technology,
PCT
Description
Technical article describing issues and moisture concerns related to weatherization efforts.
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Author(s)
Lstiburek Joseph W
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Organization(s)
Building Science Corporation,
BSC
Description
Article describing the control layers (air, thermal, and vapor barriers) needed to build homes successfully in very cold locations.
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Author(s)
Minnesota Department of Commerce Energy Information Center
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Organization(s)
Minnesota Department of Commerce
Description
Article describing the causes that form ice dams, as well as solutions for preventing future ice dams on roofs, focusing on air sealing to prevent hot air leakage.
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Author(s)
Withers Charles R,
Cummings James B
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Organization(s)
Florida Solar Energy Center,
FSEC
Description
Report highlighting the evaluation methods used and extent of wind washing found in a study analyzing wind washing in thirty-two two-story homes.
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Author(s)
Coble Brian
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Organization(s)
Home Energy Magazine
Description
Article describing how insulating and air sealing unfinished attic spaces can lead to reduced energy bills in some homes.
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Author(s)
Ueno Kohta
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Organization(s)
Building Science Corporation,
BSC
Description
Document summarizing the various papers on unvented conditioned cathedralized attics found on BSC's website.