Guides A-Z

Guide describing how to insulate a basement to improve the overall thermal performance of the building and provide more dry, usable conditioned space for home occupants and for HVAC equipment.

Guide describing installation of a fully sealed continuous weather resistant barrier to provide a drainage plane to keep rainwater out of above-grade walls.

Guide describing how to provide a continuous water control layer across the roof assembly by sealing all penetrations for pipes, vents, etc. in existing roofs.

Guide describing how to install and properly integrate flashing at the intersection of the wall and roof on an existing home.

Guide describing steps to take to minimize indoor humidity in preparation for cold winter weather.

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

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