Guides A-Z

This guide describes IECC 2009 and 2012 and ENERGY STAR Certified Homes insulation requirements.

This guide describes IECC 2015 and DOE Zero Energy Ready Home insulation requirements.

Guide describing how to air-seal and insulate a ceiling where the insulation is installed on top of the ceiling (on the attic floor) in a vented attic.

Guide describing how to air-seal duct and flue shafts.

Guide providing guidance on insulating attic eaves in new and existing single-family homes and multifamily buildings.

Guide describing how to insulate a vented attic in an existing home using blown insulation added to the attic floor.

Guide describing ways to strengthen roof assemblies for resistance to hurricanes, high winds, and earthquakes.

Guide describing ceiling fan components and basic steps for installation.

Guide describing Indoor airPLUS construction specifications for low-VOC pressed wood materials.

Guide describing Indoor airPLUS construction specifications for carpets.

Guide describing Indoor airPLUS construction specifications for low/no VOC paints and finishes.

Guide describing the advantages and disadvantages of gable roofs and hip roofs and how both designs react under high wind loads.

Guide describing design for shelter-in-place spaces during windstorm storm events.

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

This guide describes how to install a whole-building ventilation system to provide adequate dilution of indoor air contaminants.