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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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Basement Insulation, Info 511

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Author(s)
Building Science Corporation
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Organization(s)
BSC
Description
Information sheet describing techniques for insulating basements.

Crawlspace Insulation

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Author(s)
Southface Energy Institute,
et al.
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Organization(s)
ORNL,
SEI,
DOE
Description
Information sheet about crawlspace insulation, including installation details.

Frost-Protected Shallow Foundations

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Author(s)
Williams Randy
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Organization(s)
Green Building Advisor,
GBA
Description
Article describing what the building codes say about frost-protected shallow foundations as a cost-saving alternative to conventional concrete foundations.

How to Insulate Your Basement

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Author(s)
Mathews Erin
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Organization(s)
This Old House
Description
An article and video of a breakdown on the preparation and installation of basement insulation.

Tornado Protection - Selecting Refuge Areas in Buildings, FEMA P-431

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Author(s)
Federal Emergency Management Agency
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Organization(s)
FEMA
Description
Report presenting information that aids qualified architects and engineers in the identification of the best available refuge areas in existing buildings for sheltering in place during a tornado.