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Standard that describes the principles for the design of a hot box apparatus and the minimum requirements for the determination of steady state thermal performance of building assemblies when exposed to controlled laboratory conditions. The current version of the standard was published in 2019, and...

The Standard Work Specifications (SWS) are a tool for industry guidance to ensure effective, durable, and safe work is performed during home upgrades.

Webpage providing information how to deal with rodents by knowing what they look like, where they live, and what they do.

Recovery advisory presenting key wind retrofit guidelines for buildings located in hurricane-prone regions. These retrofit guidelines are intended to help building owners and designers prevent or limit wind damage and water infiltration during high-wind events.

Presentation by the Washington University in St. Louis Office of Sustainability on saving energy.

Fact sheet providing the wind resistant provisions of the 2015 International Residential Code.

Conference proceedings from the 2018 ACEEE Summer Study on Energy Efficiency in Buildings that highlights efforts to expand energy efficiency adoption, address barriers across market sectors, and introduce a new focus on energy equity for underserved communities.

Report illustrating CAD drawings and modeling of bracing layouts for a gable roof truss.

Factsheet providing design guidance for engineers describing how to characterize snow drifts on roofs in three dimensions rather than two, as anticipated in the 2022 edition of the standards, ASCE 7 - Minimum Design Loads and Associated Criteria for Buildings and Other Structures.

Website providing consumer tips for using natural gas safely in the home, including guidance on cooking, fireplaces, ventilation, pilot lights, piping, etc.

Article describing tips for effectively installing weatherstripping on windows and doors.

Brochure describing HVAC filter options for efficiency and IAQ.

Training course describing how to incorporate trees into an energy-conserving landscape.

A report examining the presence, reliability, effectiveness, and impact of sprinkler systems in structure fires.

Users guide to help contractors and homeowners use the Cold Climate Heat Pump Sizing Support Tools developed by NEEP to size and select the best air source heat pumps for their cold climate location.

Research report that validates Pinhole Insulation®, offering a cost-effective, minimally invasive solution for enhancing insulation and air sealing in enclosed roof cavities, improving R-value by 60% compared to traditional methods.

This report examines indoor air quality in post-2013 homes across various climates, focusing on contaminant levels, ventilation equipment usage, and control measure impact, with regional data from Florida, Georgia, and South Carolina.

State building energy code for the State of Washington.

State code requiring energy efficiency measures in residential buildings.

Website containing useful resources regarding central heat pump water heater systems.

AIA CEU course covering design considerations for below-grade waterproofing for new construction, the types of below-grade systems available, and specific concerns associated with waterproofing deep foundations.

Article describing an overview of weatherstripping requirements.

Web-based manual providing guidance for removal and preventing entry of nuisance wildlife.

Webpage describing how to flashing installation

Webpage outlining the definition of contracts and how they function

Factsheet displaying the safe and appropriate location for a fuel-powered portable generator.

Web article describing the defining characteristics of the CW and AW window performance classes.

Website providing information to prepare for winter storms, prevent cold temperature-related health problems, and protect yourself during all stages of a winter storm.

Manual providing design and construction provisions for connections, wall systems, floor systems, and roof systems; a range of structural elements are covered, including sawn lumber, structural glued laminated timber, wood structural sheathing, I-joists, and trusses.

Report describing results of a workshop assessing current and future strategies for research into disaster resilience and energy efficiency in buildings.