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Inside FORTIFIED: Sealing Roof Seams with Two Layers of Felt

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Installer permanently labeled ventilation switch

Installer permanently labeled ventilation switch
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Internet-enabled lighting controls are part of many home automation systems and can increase safety and security as well as energy efficiency.

Internet-enabled lighting controls are part of many home automation systems and can increase safety and security as well as energy efficiency.
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Lightning Protection Systems

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Manufacturer labeled controls

Manufacturer labeled controls
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Manufacturer labeled ventilation switch

Manufacturer labeled ventilation switch
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Masonry Concrete Block Tornado Safe Room

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Modern controllers for apartment boilers allow remote tracking and save energy

Modern controllers for apartment boilers allow remote tracking and save energy
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New Whole-House Solutions Case Study: Nelson Construction: Hamilton Way, Farmington, CT

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Observed roof bracing for gable roof overhang and recommended modification

Observed roof bracing for gable roof overhang and recommended modification
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Operation Helping Hands Green Dream 1 Home, New Orleans, Louisiana

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Override control switches centrally located near thermostat for ease of access

Override control switches centrally located near thermostat for ease of access
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Prepare to Avoid the Dangers of Flying Debris

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Pressure manometers are used to determine the level of pressurization and rate of leakage when conducting blower door testing and building diagnostics

Pressure manometers are used to determine the level of pressurization and rate of leakage when conducting blower door testing and building diagnostics
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Protect Your Home from High Wind and Earthquakes

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Protect Your Home from Lightning

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Protect Your Home in a FLASH - DIY Plywood Hurricane Shutters

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Protect Your Home in a FLASH - Wind Inspection

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Protect Your Home in a FLASH with Huber ZIP System Roof Sheathing and Tape

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Protect Your Windows & Doors from High Winds

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Right - The automated ventilation system has a sensor built in switch that can detect indoor air pollution; if it senses a rise in humidity, VOCs, smoke, carbon dioxide, or small particulates, the system will turn on the nearest fan to eliminate pollution

Right - The automated ventilation system has a sensor built in switch that can detect indoor air pollution; if it senses a rise in humidity, VOCs, smoke, carbon dioxide, or small particulates, the system will turn on the nearest fan to eliminate pollution
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Right – All electric lines should be clearly labeled on the electric panel.

Right – All electric lines should be clearly labeled on the electric panel.
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Right – Smart equipment for homes may include a tablet or touchpad from which the homeowner can control lighting, HVAC, window shades, security, music, and other home automation features.

Right – Smart equipment for homes may include a tablet or touchpad from which the homeowner can control lighting, HVAC, window shades, security, music, and other home automation features.
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Right – The builder provided adequate wall space for the solar inverter next to the home’s electric panels.

Right – The builder provided adequate wall space for the solar inverter next to the home’s electric panels.