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Fine Homebuilding Magazine
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An article about double-hung windows.
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NFPA
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Code providing minimum safety requirements for the design and installation of fuel gas piping systems in homes and other buildings.
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EPA
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Website from the EPA containing information for homeowners and renters about how to identify asbestos in the home and how to deal with it to reduce exposure to it.
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PNNL
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Webpage describing the Quality Install Tool, an open-source web app designed to simplify, standardize, and expedite the creation of high-quality installation documentation for HVAC installations and efficiency upgrades.
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CSA Group
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Standard covering provisions for electrically operated single- and multiple-station carbon monoxide (CO) alarming devices used in various types of residential occupancies to protect against acute effects of exposure to CO. This version of the standard, originally published in 2017 and revised in...
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DOE
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Webpage describing a DOE Cold Climate Heat Pump Challenge. The challenge engages industry partners and focuses around the Cold Climate Heat Pumps, a more environmental and efficient heating alternative to traditional heating.
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ENERGY STAR,
U.S. EPA,
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
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Article explaining the energy cost reduction and other benefits associated with installing a heat pump clothes dryer
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NREL
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Research report detailing Florida Solar Energy Center (FSEC) partnership with Manatee County Habitat for Humanity to design a compact, Zero Energy Ready Home in Florida, tackling challenges like equipment sizing and indoor air quality, offering insights for projects surpassing building code...
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U.S. DOE
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Information sheet describing how to select a properly sized water heater based on household usage patterns, peak demand, and heater type—whether tankless, solar, or storage-based—to ensure efficiency and adequate hot water supply.
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U.S. Department of Energy
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Webpage describing the STEP campaign encouraging the use of smart diagnostic tools to reduce installation faults.
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NREL
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The Standard Work Specifications (SWS) are a tool for industry guidance to ensure effective, durable, and safe work is performed during home upgrades.
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Stop Pests
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Webpage providing information how to deal with rodents by knowing what they look like, where they live, and what they do.
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American Council for an Energy Efficient Economy
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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.
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NW Natural
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Website providing consumer tips for using natural gas safely in the home, including guidance on cooking, fireplaces, ventilation, pilot lights, piping, etc.
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New York State Homes and Community Renewal
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Article describing tips for effectively installing weatherstripping on windows and doors.
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Family Handyman
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Brochure describing HVAC filter options for efficiency and IAQ.
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National Fire Protection Association,
NFPA
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A report examining the presence, reliability, effectiveness, and impact of sprinkler systems in structure fires.
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NEEP
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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.
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Building Envelope Materials,
U.S. Department of Energy,
DOE
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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.
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Florida Solar Energy Center,
FSEC
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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.
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Washington State Department of Enterprise Services
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State building energy code for the State of Washington.
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State of Washington,
WSBCC
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State code requiring energy efficiency measures in residential buildings.
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Northwest Energy Efficiency Alliance,
NEEA
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Website containing useful resources regarding central heat pump water heater systems.
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Building Design and Construction
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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.
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South Carolina Office of Regulatory Staff
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Article describing an overview of weatherstripping requirements.
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Western Red Cedar Lumber Association
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Webpage describing how to flashing installation
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State of California
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Webpage outlining the definition of contracts and how they function
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U.S. EPA
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Factsheet displaying the safe and appropriate location for a fuel-powered portable generator.
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FGIA
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Web article describing the defining characteristics of the CW and AW window performance classes.
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CDC
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Website providing information to prepare for winter storms, prevent cold temperature-related health problems, and protect yourself during all stages of a winter storm.
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AWC,
ANSI
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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.