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An in-line exhaust fan supplements the ability to exhaust moisture-laden air and lint from a dryer

An in-line exhaust fan supplements the ability to exhaust moisture-laden air and lint from a dryer
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An independent ducted dehumidifier draws air from and supplies air to the living space using its own ducts, not ducts that are connected to the HVAC system

An independent ducted dehumidifier draws air from and supplies air to the living space using its own ducts, not ducts that are connected to the HVAC system
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An Introduction to ASHRAE Guideline 44

An Introduction to ASHRAE Guideline 44
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Annual average temperatures have increased across North America when comparing the present day to the first half of the last century, and are projected to increase for mid-century and end-of-century relative to the near-present

Annual average temperatures have increased across North America when comparing the present day to the first half of the last century, and are projected to increase for mid-century and end-of-century relative to the near-present
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Attach a strong permanent cover to gable end vents before a severe storm strikes to prevent moisture intrusion.

Attach a strong permanent cover to gable end vents before a severe storm strikes to prevent moisture intrusion.
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Attic ventilation fans exhaust hot air from the attic while replacing it with cooler air from the outside through intake vents

Attic ventilation fans exhaust hot air from the attic while replacing it with cooler air from the outside through intake vents
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Average wet-bulb temperatures across the United States

Average wet-bulb temperatures across the United States
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Backdraft Dampers

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Baffles allow ventilation under roof decking while keeping wind from blowing insulation back from the edges of an attic.

Baffles allow ventilation under roof decking while keeping wind from blowing insulation back from the edges of an attic.
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Balanced ventilation dominates ventilation specifications by Zero Energy Ready Home builders

Balanced ventilation dominates ventilation specifications by Zero Energy Ready Home builders
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Balanced ventilation strategy for conditioned attic spaces

Balanced ventilation strategy for conditioned attic spaces
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Bathroom exhaust fans are timer-operated to encourage removal of moisture from the home.

Bathroom exhaust fans are timer-operated to encourage removal of moisture from the home.
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Be Hurricane Ready: Secure Soffits

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Because flue temperatures are cool, intake and exhaust ducts on a Category 4 direct-vent sealed-combustion condensing furnace can be made of PVC

Because flue temperatures are cool, intake and exhaust ducts on a Category 4 direct-vent sealed-combustion condensing furnace can be made of PVC
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Best Practices Case Study: Devoted Builders, LLC, Mediterrtanean Villas, Pasco,WA

Best Practices Case Study: Devoted Builders, LLC, Mediterrtanean Villas, Pasco,WA
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Best Practices Case Study: Shaw Construction Burlingame Ranch Ph.1, Aspen, CO

Best Practices Case Study: Shaw Construction Burlingame Ranch Ph.1, Aspen, CO
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Birds may nest in unprotected vent openings

Birds may nest in unprotected vent openings
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BrHEAThe Instruction Video

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Brick wall assembly for a hot-humid climate with no Class I vapor retarder and with an air gap (drained cavity) to dissipate vapor driven into the wall by the sun.

Brick wall assembly for a hot-humid climate with no Class I vapor retarder and with an air gap (drained cavity) to dissipate vapor driven into the wall by the sun.
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Builders Challenge High Performance Builder Spotlight: Artistic Homes, Albuquerque, New Mexico

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Builders Challenge High Performance Builder Spotlight: Artistic Homes, Albuquerque, NM

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Builders Challenge High Performance Builder Spotlight: Centex Corporation, San Ramon, California

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Builders Challenge High Performance Builder Spotlight: David Weekley Homes, Houston, Texas

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Builders Challenge High Performance Builder Spotlight: Martha Rose Construction, Inc., Seattle, Washington