Guide describing methods for insulating an unvented crawlspace or conditioned basement with rigid foam on the interior side of the walls to provide an insulated space for HVAC equipment.
This guide provides ventilation and exhaust strategies for dwelling units and common spaces in multifamily buildings (Figure 1). For an overview of whole-building ventilation systems in new single-family homes, see the Building America Solution Center Guide Whole-House Ventilation Strategies for New...
Guide describing how to insulate the sill beam or sill plate on the exterior side in a way that allows drying to the exterior, as part of an exterior wall upgrade.
Guide describing how to design a water-efficient landscape that will minimize the need for supplemental water by using the WaterSense® Water Budget Tool.
Guide describing the types of whole-house fans, installation details to reduce energy loss, and how to operate them for comfort and energy savings based on climate zone.
Overview guide describing wildfire risks and construction strategies to increase the wildfire resistance of homes located in wildland urban interface areas.
Guide providing information on interior and exterior window attachments for shading, glare control, noise control, protection from high winds, privacy, and reduced heat loss in winter.
The Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance (FGIA) defines four window type classifications: Residential Windows (R), Light Commercial Windows (LC), Architectural Windows (AW), and Commercial Windows (CW). The specifications for each window type are found in Table 1 ( FGIA 2024). Table 1. The...