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Vented and Sealed Attics in Hot Climates, RR-0981

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Author(s)
Rudd Armin,
Lstiburek Joseph W
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Organization(s)
Building Science Corporation,
BSC
Description
Building science report describing issues with vented attics in hot-humid climates and how sealed attic construction may be a solution.

Ventilating Cathedral Ceilings to Prevent Problematic Icings at their Eaves

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Author(s)
Tobiasson Wayne N,
Tantillo Thomas,
Buska James S
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Organization(s)
Cold Regions Research and Engineering Laboratory,
CRREL
Description
Report describing the formation of icicles and ice dams along poorly ventilated roofs and how to mitigate ventilation issues with insulation and vents.

Window Systems

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Author(s)
University of Florida IFAS Extension
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Organization(s)
University of Florida IFAS Extension,
University of Florida
Description
Fact sheet describing impact-resistant window systems with specifics on Florida’s building codes.