Guides A-Z

Guide describing techniques for installing insulating sheathing as a continuous drainage plane on walls.

Guide describing techniques and measures for increasing the termite resistance of a home's foundations.

Guide describing methods for insulating an unvented attic along the roof line.

Guide describing a method for insulating an unvented attic by spraying foam insulation along the underside of the roof deck.

Guide describing construction of sloped roofs that are unvented and are insulated above the roof deck.

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.

Guide describing options for designing and locating the thermal boundary at either the attic floor or along the roof line in new and existing homes.

Guide describing how to construct the walls of a home with bracing to resist wind and earthquake loads.

Guide describing how to elevate a water heater above the base flood elevation to protect it from flood damage.

Guide describing appropriate flooring for wet areas of the home.

Guide describing how to install flashings to help direct water down and out of windows and doors openings in exterior walls.

Guide describing how to strengthen or protect windows against wind and wind-borne debris during high-wind events including hurricanes and tornados.