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Guide describing ways to seal drywall to the top plate of an exterior wall to air-seal the wall cavity.
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Guide describing how to air-seal sill plates in single-family homes and multifamily buildings.
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Guide describing how to select efficient bathroom faucets for single-family homes and multifamily buildings.
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Guide describing how to avoid using wet materials and reduce moisture exposure in construction.
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Guide describing how to install moisture-resistant materials on walls behind showers and tubs to help manage moisture.
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Guide describing Indoor airPLUS construction specifications for low-VOC pressed wood materials.
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Guide describing Indoor airPLUS construction specifications for carpets.
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Guide describing Indoor airPLUS construction specifications for low/no VOC paints and finishes.
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Guide describing vapor retarder permeability, insulation interaction, and example construction in a hot-humid climate.
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Guide describing how to properly construct decks and other building attachments to be resistant to ignition in the event of a wildfire.
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Information guide describing constructed flood protection measures to minimize damage and increase structural resilience during a flood.
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Guide describing how to install slab edge insulation when retrofitting existing slab-on-grade foundations.
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Information guide describing how to apply a whole-house approach to home improvement with energy efficiency upgrades, improved indoor air quality, and increased comfort.
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Guide describing how to select the siding materials best suited to withstand hazards the home is likely to face within its lifetime.
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Guide describing how to correctly choose building materials.
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Information guide describing things to consider in the attic, ceiling, or roof before attempting retrofits of items including HVAC, wiring, or structural systems.
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Information guide describing things to consider before attempting retrofits that may include hazardous materials.
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Guide describing removal of construction debris from flex ducts and protection of ducts and HVAC equipment during construction to keep them free of dust and debris.
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A guide for choosing, installing, and flashing roof anchoring systems for solar panels.
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Guide describing design for shelter-in-place spaces during windstorm storm events.
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Guide describing how to install stucco over rigid foam insulation in new and existing homes.
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Guide describing the design and installation considerations for recladding of above grade walls using insulated vinyl siding.
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Guide describing appropriate flooring for wet areas of the home.